I suspect a decent VA could access public records and build a mainling list for you  or check Property Radar and see if there software will do that for you..

Multifamily real estate has traditionally been a stable asset class, and the Washington D.C. metro has traditionally been a stable market area, making the two together a good safe bet, especially for anyone with a long-term view of their investing strategy.

You have to protect your assets and your family.Yes to all over 18 years old.

The down fall is a Heloc can "Never" be used as an asset or for PITI reserves required when buying a new Primary or investment property.A heloc can also cause major issues with credit and one slight hiccup or missed payment the bank or lender who is holding the Heloc can close or reduce your line of credit.

You do not need to have it under an LLC to take depreciation, the LLC's purpose is to protect your personal assets should you get sued.  

https://efraudprevention.net/embed/cody/Equity-stripping_scams.htmlEquity-stripping scamsEquity stripping is a type of fraud in which a scammer targets individuals who own a valuable asset, such as a home, and convinces them to take out a loan using the asset as collateral.

If the business sells (it’s currently listed), the rent payments would stop, but I’d still own the property as an asset.

Another option is investing in real estate through partnerships or fractional ownership, focusing on properties that yield cash flow or appreciation potential.For long-term growth, consider diversifying into assets such as private equity, tax liens, or even certain types of real estate that offer both capital appreciation and income potential over time.

Definitely sounds like an interesting asset class.

A balanced approach often works best—consider splitting your cash flow between paying down the mortgage and investing in diversified assets.