And North Carolina at large has become a popular pick for both investors and relocators over the last half a decade or so.

@Mindy PerryReally doesn't matter what software you pick as long as it has the features you want.Two biggest challenges with ALL software:1) None are perfect, so deal with the tradeoffs2) Most users rarely put in enough time to really understand how to utilize the software.

My advice: don’t overthink it—your first house hack is about learning, so pick a strong rental market, ensure solid demand, and lock in a deal that gets you close to break-even or better.

Tools like Lodgify or Hostaway make it simple to integrate booking and payment options.

You’ve picked a great market!  

I'm just a simple yokel from the backwoods of Alabama reading about how you guys are doing things and trying to learn by doing. :) 

We talked about opening the meetups to the general public, and not just BP members to get more people. let me know what topics you'd like to get more expertise on, and I'll line up some people to come so we can pick their brains.

Getting blinds for house 1 pick up blinds for house 2 /3 while you there.3.

Adding the ex to the title could trigger gift tax implications, so keeping it simple is best.

I've helped many investors from simple advice over coffee to helping them through an entire investment.