Would the fact that our house is in the ~ $850k valuation range influence your advice? 

Over influence by social proof: Lots of people can make lots of money in RE, particularly post GFC.

Aren't you glad that some antisocial media influencer brought this "tax strategy" to your attention?

Please don't pay any kind of money, especially that amount for some kind of Instagram influencer.

The idea is to start now, so over the next 30 years, we can build enough market influence to work effectively with affordable housing programs and truly drive down rental prices.To kick this off, I’m working on our first project.

Many people just ask the rates because that is the probably the only factor they know, so it's important educate them how several factors can also influence the rates.

Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. 

It is NOT like what social media or influencers try to paint, it's hard work. 

Their entity structures are most greatly influenced by business development, venue for securities related laws and taxes, none of which are relevant.

It's a stable market given the medical influence in the city.