True but the loyalty point hurdle only applies for the top 6 fixtures. For a top 6 fixture, you will get a ticket but might have to compromise on the stand as you said.
Correct, just note- there is a 14 day lag between signing up for bronze membership and when you can have priority purchase for a ticket.
So, if they want to be in for the next round of home games, Cardiff and Soton on sale 29th Jan, they need to sign up before the 15th.