i wouldn't tell you where you should move since i don't know you.also, a lender would be in the best position to advise whether you qualify for a specific loan. 

Is it worth a reduction of an already very small probability of an IRS audit?

It is very simple and cheaper to set up the LLC in NJ vs NY ($50 vs $200 when going on the state website) what is still an open question is I also need an operating agreement for the LLC once set up, wondering if that is also free as part of just getting the LLC set up on the state website or if I need to use a lawyer or a legalzoom type of service to do that.

We will certainly manage the drawdown from those funds to account for tax consequences as best we can.I appreciate the calls for diversification and I get that cash flow is a tougher to secure with interest rates where they are.

Quote from @Marc Zak: In the market where I live (San Diego), appreciation has been strong and many predict it will continue to appreciate in the long term.However, with current interest rates (6% at best) and property tax (2%), the annual cost burden is 8%.Am I correct in saying that appreciation has to be above 8% annually (plus whatever my maintenance and vacancy costs are) for me to make any money in this scenario if the property is cash flow neutral?

Best regards,Drago

You've done a great job with keeping your debt low so I have no concerns about your level of discipline to use/reuse a line of credit.All the best!

Exciting times ahead for you.Wishing you all the best.

If it is a class C office building with 10% occupancy that is very different than a Class A MF which is still very different than a debt fund with zero leverage.As mentioned risk and return go together  - greater risk should have greater upside

You get the best of both worlds.