Why don't you go to a portfolio lender and get a bank statement loan or asset depletion loan.

I know the point of a LLC is to protect your personal assets and therefore it is usually recommended not to include your name, use a PO box, etc., when creating the entity.

Also, diversification, such as buying in 2 or 3 markets, or across several different asset classes, can also be of help.I really like Jason Hartman's ideas on this. 

Any feedback about the pros and cons of this would be very helpful as we try to move forward in obtaining a multifamily investment. 

Commercial due diligence varies by asset type.

Why waste time with a listing when you can unload that asset on a date certain?

You have equity in your primary residence, so refinancing could be an option to obtain the additional funds needed.

most likely this will have to go through the process and end up with OREO broker who then lists it for sale.. trying to find a national lender and buying one house from them is next to impossible.. they simply will not deal with one asset.

There are companies that will assist you in creating an LLC and obtaining "business credit" to fund your real estate deals (down payment/rehab).

However, the rules also do not permit the IRA holder to use an asset owned by his or her IRA.