Would any of you recommend a certain site that specifically handles formation of LLC for rental property?  

You can find owners' names and mailing addresses on the county assessors site.

Before buying or renting in an unfamiliar neighborhood, you should check the following two sites: SpotCrime, AreaVibes,These sites provide valuable information, including Livability Scores, which cover aspects such as crime rates, employment, health, housing, schools, shopping, and more.well, anything can happen anywhere.

Check on sites like BiggerPockets, Meetup, and Eventbrite. 

Then you can check AirDNA.co (or similar site). 

I'm still figuring out how this site works, but I'll be in touch if I hit a wall!

I had not heard of the corporate housing by owner site.

I found what seemed to be a great property with a house for an STR and other space that I could expand for camping/RV sites and a barn that could be converted into a venue for events. 

(https://www.mynd.co)One of my co-workers at my last job (pre-covid times) used to work\invest with them, so I had probably registered on their site back then.

Having my savvy husband on-site made ALL the difference!