Research shows that the more experienced home buyers have a longer and generally more specific list of demands than first-time home buyers.If our buyer does not have a home tour checklist, I give them a version that I have used for years (I did not create it, another investor shared it with me and I have used it). 

Rather than continue this agonizing trial-by-error approach, I would appreciate if someone would please refer me to the specific bank branch and bank manager that set up your LLC checking account for you so that I can give them a call.  

But experiment and see what happens in your market with your specific property.

The only way to answer that in general (whether house hacking in today's market is still a good option) or for a particular property, is to learn how to run the numbers and analyze a specific property to see whether it will be able to stand on its own as an investment when you move out someday.There are a lot of resources here on BP for doing that but I'd just say, make sure the assumptions you're putting into your spreadsheet or deal analyzer are realistic.Make sure the rents (especially for vacant units or pro-forma #s) are realistic by doing your own rent comps; make sure the mortgage rate is realistic by doing some research online and/or talking to some mortgage folks; make sure insurance #s are realistic by getting a couple of quotes for the # of units and zip code / area you're looking in; etc.I hope that helps, and good luck 😊

U might want to write out their website so folks can check it out

Is there a specific reason you decided to move there?

If you want more assistance than this general answer, you'll need to post more specific facts about your situation.

I will list some specific questions bellow.- If I use a 1031 Exchange, does the next property also have to be a duplex?

There are also facebook groups for various cities/states/communities where you can place and promote your listing.Happy to help answer any other specific questions!

I saw your comments about not wanting to manage properties in two states, but perhaps you can find a great PM for the FL home.Regarding the numbers you mentioned above, it very much depends on the specific location.