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?

It should be noted that qualifying as a real estate professional doesn't guarantee rental real estate income will offset other net taxable income.It just allows a taxpayer to apply the material participation rules to rental real estate for a non-passive/passive determination.Consult your tax CPA/EA.

Its handy for me to store maintenance materials, lumber, vanities, applicances, etc, for my other properties.

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? 

Nobody much reads written materials anymore.