@Nelson BadilloHouse hacking is a great strategy, especially if you're using a VA loan.

Who/what company are you using as custodian? 

Do you have a property management software you are using? A

Has anyone had any experience using a turnkey investment service they would recommend?

If not, you'll have to file + pay taxes out of state and also if you're using a CPA they charge extra.

.- Your options are to either wait out the 12-month waiting period and refinance into an investment property loan using a conventional loan or look for a non-conventional loan.

This applies to properties used for the production of income, such as rental properties.However, if you initially declared your property as an STR (which typically falls under different tax rules), you might have been using a depreciation period of 39 years, which is common for non-residential property or property used for personal purposes.When you convert your property from STR to LTR, it's considered a change in use for tax purposes, and you would adjust your depreciation schedule accordingly.

I’m thinking about using my equity in my primary residence to fund some deals but would like a few recommendations of the best resources out there

Also discuss with the agent, what risks you are taking by using a contractor with out Workers Compensation. 

@Orane JacobsWhen thinking about venturing into a new market for house hacking using a VA Loan, it's important to look at various factors like the cost of housing, how much demand there is for rentals, the job market, economic conditions, how fast the population is growing, what amenities are available, and the resources for managing properties.