I just got the notification from the city that there is a new apartment complex that will come up right in front of my house.

That is actually an inquiry to be determined by SC courts, not a podcast.

You might talk with a real estate/estate attorney and see if it's possible to open a probate, have a Personal Representative appointed and obtain an order from the court authorizing the sale of the property by the PR with the proceeds being deposited into the registry of the court for later distribution when all the heirs are identified. 

Also - presuming you paid more for the property than was owed on the mortgage due to competition on the auction (several presumptions there) - the previous owners are entitled to those excess funds from the court - which gives them a resource to be able to afford our rental rates. 

The primary purpose is to assist eligible veterans in purchasing, building, repairing, retaining, or adapting a home for personal occupancy.Asset Protection Strategies: If your goal is to protect your assets, there are other strategies you might consider:Insurance: Obtaining adequate insurance coverage, like homeowner's insurance and umbrella policies (as @Greg Scott mentioned), can provide a layer of protection against liabilities.Homestead Exemption: Some states offer a homestead exemption that can protect a portion of your home's value from creditors.Trusts: In some cases, placing the property in a trust can provide asset protection, although this can be complex and requires legal expertise.Legal and Financial Advice: It's crucial to seek advice from legal and financial experts.

Many of those on it seem happy to remain on it cradle to grave generation after generation.1% (approximately) are in prison or in the court system on their way to prison. the gray bar motel.42% Are suffering from going through the divorce court system.

It's also best for lending reasons, that the complex is warrantable. 

There is so much complexity and risk involved.  

Did they pay the $100,000 into court when they filed their lawsuit?

My neighboring state of MA is $500/year per LLC.Then it all depends on volume - more entities and trusts, more fees.But...first and foremost...start investing (if that is your plan), get good insurance, and then only add in complexity as needed.