So in the initial death year, the partners estate would receive the benefit of stepped up basis until it is then passed along to the heirs. 

BTC is highly volatile, has no cash flow, limited tax benefits, can't be leveraged, relatively passive, and is high risk/reward.

[Sale Price - (Original Purchase Price + Improvements) = Gain] In order to benefit from the $250k exemption, must be primary residence, lived in 2 out of the last 5 years, can use this once every 2 years.Looks like there's no capital gains Tax in Washington.

I am wanting to move out of my current residence, and because of other benefits such as the experience I'd gain and the access to a low downpayment, all signs point to house hacking.

Absolutely adjust pricing and offer promotions.Also advertise anywhere you can.

Since your current portfolio is generating healthy cash flow, you might benefit from diversifying into an asset that provides a mix of stability and growth.

Are you adjusting your strategy in anticipation of the potential rate decrease?

We should give them the benefit of the doubt considering somewhere along the family line we were all immigrants and these people may just want to have a better life for themselves and their families.With that said, there are a few things to consider:-What market are you in?

I don't see any kind of benefit to being setup that way IMHO.

Consider the Costs and Benefits: Legal action can be costly and time-consuming, so it’s important to weigh the potential outcomes against the costs involved.