Yes but in bulk and only sourced from someone I had a very longstanding relationship with.

We are just starting to research and plan for a move out to the southeast somewhere, still in early planning phase. 

Also, not very easy to use typical methods of valuation like comparable sales - there is no public tax assessor's website that you can just freely grab this from. 

I don't know if coaching will help or not.  

I also helped my mother get 2 rentals to help supplement her retirement, mistake #1b.

this is basically the business credit coaching partner that works with you over the course of 12 mos. to help you build up business credit for your company. 

We're starting to see the fallout from this - borrowers cant exit deals without taking a loss but are refusing to accept this.SC seems to be doing OK at the moment, but Louisiana is seeing price declines.

Being a part of the local REIAs in both towns can help you understand more of what is going on.  

Would that lower our tax liability from other income we receive or no because this is purely RE and not an operating business?

Ultimately, balancing your student debt and financial goals will help guide the best decision.Good luck!