Now were back to a mare normal world where a person has to have that skill of forecasting, analysis, ability to "read the tea leaves" for where it's all going and if todays acquisition makes sense. 

Yes, I'm a Property Manager in the greater Phoenix area.We are a mid-size property manager, large enough to have great tools and support but small enough to provide personal service.

I've used to it myself to analyze all of the 35 units I bought over the last few years and personally talked to 100's of other investors who've analyzed and closed on great deals using it.I'd love for you to actually try it and would be happy to receive and incorporate any feedback you have into future releases.

I personally recommend people look into an FHA on a small multi to get started.

Does anyone know an investor friendly tax/attorney person that I can talk to and can guide me through this process? 

Some manufacturered companies treat it as personal property not real property.

@Michael Plaks comments in this recent post on making sure the person you hire understands real estate sounds really relevant to your situation.  

I agree with the person who said they are likely short of money and grasping at straws.

In the event that there is an emergency, the person would need to be able to exit the apartment via the window.

While I don’t yet have personal experience with a HELOC, I’ve thought about this one for my self many times.