Quote from @Shaun Ng: Hi, I recently have a legal name change, and I own 2 rental properties in Fairfax county, VA.

We have a ongoing list of each along with their fees and what state they are licensed to collect debt in.

I did that (posted the notice on the screen door and took pictures), however don't know if it's legally served. 

Whether it's a legal demand for compliance or simply an email, it doesn't really matter; just make sure everything is in writing. 

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Due to my W2 employment I cant have any bad/negative personal debt.

If not, then you really need a strong legal structure stating how these properties will be governed going forward, including management, tenant selection, capital expenses, etc.

Cancel bad debts.

Take a look at the overall picture, i.e. credit score, debts etc.. to make a decision.

The goal is to keep these for rentals.I currently own the land personally and am funding the builds with a combination of HELOC and cash - no bank debt tied to these properties specifically.