Options may include traditional mortgages, private lenders, partnerships, or even self-directed IRAs.Calculate all potential costs including property acquisition, renovations, property management fees, taxes, and maintenance.Property Selection and Due Diligence:Use your local team to scout properties that match your investment criteria.Conduct thorough due diligence including property inspections, financial analysis, and reviewing rent comparables (rental rates in the area).Make Offers and Negotiate:Submit offers based on your research and due diligence.Negotiate terms that are favorable to your investment goals, taking into account potential repairs or improvements needed.Close the Deal:Once your offer is accepted, work with your local team to complete all necessary paperwork and close the transaction.Ensure all legal aspects are handled properly, including title searches and property inspections.Manage Property Remotely:Hire a reputable property management company to handle day-to-day operations such as tenant screenings, rent collection, maintenance, and emergency repairs.Establish clear communication channels and expectations with your property manager.Monitor and Adjust:Regularly review your investment performance and financial metrics (cash flow, occupancy rates, expenses).Stay informed about market trends and adjust your strategy as needed to optimize returns or mitigate risks.Long-Term Strategy and Growth:Evaluate opportunities for portfolio expansion or diversification in the same or different markets.Continuously educate yourself on real estate investing best practices and market dynamics to make informed decisions.By following these steps diligently and leveraging local expertise, you can effectively navigate the complexities of out-of-state real estate investing and build a successful portfolio over time. 

I was not sure the legality and tax implications of using personal assets to help fund LLC ventures. 

I consider it deceptive, unethical and risky from legal liability angle.

I spoke to a local lawyer who mentioned keeping all documents together instead of seperated, as being sufficient enough to cover all legal issues.

You should form a relationship with a landlord attorney so you can get answers to your legal questions; you need a legal expert for more than just filing evictions.

Can they legally take the profits from investment D and steer them into the investors of investment A??? 

I’m not sure my place is for sure legally able to be rented out to 2 adults and 5kids!

I don't know of a legal prohibition on it, but you would need to find a settlement company willing to accept it.

This is just an international diversification play, and I will tell you that the coffee market has some very interesting and compelling dynamics, vice always sells and caffeine is a legal drug.  

Don't trespass, but standing on the street or sidewalk and seeing how the house is put together is perfectly legal.