I'll include a BP article below that highlihgts the gist of them in alignment with BRRRRs.Also, I lived in NC for a bit, so happy to connect and introduce you to some folks in the area. https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/brrrr-loans-what-are-the-...

Take a look at sold comparabale sales over the last 12-24 months and identify what you can do to add value to a home using renovations to increase the subject properties ARV as fast as possible.

I was thinking that the very thin hard carpet could serve as a sound insulation layer, and just installing click together LVP right over the thin carpet and the thin hard stick on tiles. 

While I’m not in a rush, I aim to strategically invest and grow a portfolio over the next 3–5 years to make a smooth exit from the corporate grind, as reporting to an office daily has left me feeling burnt out.What strategies would you recommend?

I know you're house hacking and so you'll be right there, but nothing prevents you from having a PM do the day-to-day.

Making money and keeping money are not the same thing. 

I just turned over a unit in middle of August.

If you want more info, send me a PM and I can send you a link to an article that explains further. 

Then the prices lower towards the date and you end up booking at a low price or worse just being vacant.I think manually pricing your STR'S is a much better approach.So many people are looking for the next cool software app to buy a subscription to.

In order to network with wholesalers and lenders the best way to go about it will be to attend the local REIA like The Greater Houston REIA and also joining the local investors facebook groups.