Just wondering if anyone knows of some cheaper alternatives to the eco stations. 

Alternatively you could buy them on subscription and have them drop-ship to their unit every 4 months, but you have no guarantee that they'll put them in at that point.

With little alternatives, some tour companies have brought their business into the virtual sphere.

Alternatively, if the gains aren't higher by us being there or it's long distance investing then we'd prioritize to move to places better for my career and salary growth.Which strategy would you recommend I go for?

After the 1031 is complete then the LLC could be dissolved and the properties (or cash) be distributed to the individuals.the other alternative would be to dissolve the LLC ahead of the sale and distribute tenant in common shares to each member. 

@Kati Stratos - alternatively you can pick an agent in NJ who will give you a buyer rebate instead of paying that $$ as referral to your PA agent...For any property that’s listed for sale on MLS, it’s relatively lazy to not write up an official offer because a) if you write an offer, the listing agent MUST present it and the seller might sign it at an advantageous price to you (before they get additional offers and create a bidding war).

I thought this was a nice alternative and would rent quickly.How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

Sell the Duplex in Anchorage, and look for alternative lenders in your market.

Or, have any recommendation for other pre-fab alternatives?

Stuff happens, so you should always be prepared with an alternative option.