However, if anyone has recommendations on alternative methods for securing capital like private lenders, please let me know.Also, I'm in the process of learning how to underwrite through online courses, but finding rental comps for MF seems a bit more complicated than single family homes.

Note value adds are the opposite of the passive S&P.  3) alternate rent models.

They are essentially an alternative service to having a PO Box at the Post Office.

Any suggestions whether it's worth it to go with traditional big law attorneys or do something alternative?

Orange County offers a plethora of chances for house hacking, including multi-unit houses and rental revenue potential.If you can put down $100,000, investing out of state may be a good alternative.

There are lenders that will allow group usages but I’d imagine most are residential and can be financed with a DSCR or other alternative income verification such as bank statements  or an updated P&L.

Definitely take advantage of it the first time, but align your strategy to look for an alternative when you are looking for your third property.  

Alternatively, can you purchase a new primary residence with a VA loan and use your current one as a rental? 

Check in with @Joseph Chiofalo for alternatives if the loan amount is above $75-100k.

If certain requirements are met, this is possible with as little as 3.5-5% down for full income verification borrowers and 10% down for alternative income verification.