All are local to me in a non-vacation rental spot.

Hey there is someone in the house, maybe I should knock on the door and ask them a few questions...like are they planning to sell the tennis court? 

I still have a way to go before I am at a point where I can invest, but my plan is to sort that out within a year or so.

I was told by another investor that I will run into a seasoning problem, but i don't see how if i don't plan on refinancing.

I'm in the market for entity config and tax planning/prep.

I plan to use a HELOC but would be interested in the thoughts of others in BPs on this approach or recommendations if there are other ways to financing that I should consider.

Also, some of you will need a little pushback against Naysayers who will encourage you to stick with your Qualified Plan.] 

I've come up with a plan though.

Our portfolio currently cash flows, but cash flow isn’t our top priority right now since we plan to use this portfolio to supplement our retirement in 12 years when I leave the Army.My biggest challenge is committing to an out-of-state market.

The question is mostly a personal financial planning question and it depends on your preference and what balance of risk and access you'd like and would be comfortable with.