That being said I have a few questions that I hope some people can answer for us.

I hope this is helpful, if you need clarification feel free to reach out.

This forum is for the purpose of giving people some options and hopefully hearing from other community members about other options! 

I just wanted to get started to choose a state, starting looking at it more and hopefully start to talk to get approved for a loan and start to talk to a real estate agent. 

I am the one still alive, and do not want to continue to be solely responsible for taxes and upkeep while heirs are located and hopefully property can be sold.

. - I don't know a lot about Condo Conversions however if shared meter, can just wrap that into monthly Condo Fees Hope this helps! 

I know your question was about how to purchase a second property but how much are you losing on your first property?

The odds of losing money are much higher than the odds of making money. 

Hope this helps.

Conversely, those nearing retirement, could consider the possibility of properties that can provide solid cash flow if they do not already have rentals that are paid off at that point.To all of my clients reading this....I hope that I havent stepped on toes.