If you research recent sales you can always provide the appraiser a list of those sales.One of the best ways to insure a higher value is to update the property using materials and fixtures that are popular and common in the area.

Another tool that is really excellent for this is Pricelabs.

The triplex is much more popular with traveling work crews for specialists in the trades and insurance relocations, so if we were to do it again, I would probably worry less about making each room it's own rentable space and save a little bit of those costs. 

It also allows you to search 400 property and property owner consumer fields, in addition to being a driving for dollars tool.

I have a included a link to a PM locator tool ready to go with recommendations in your preferred area.

Educate yourself with resources like The House Hacking Strategy and practice analyzing deals using tools like BiggerPockets calculators.

Tools that I see to analyze deals: Zillow, rent websites, craigslist what other tools do you recommend?  

As a broker, I can provide insights on the best undervalued properties in the Charlotte area and connect you with Compass’s tools that streamline the renovation and resale process.Let’s connect and discuss how to make your next BRRR deal smoother and more profitable.

@Nichole StohlerI find using a SDIRA to be a great tool for passive investments and growing your retirement with less stress than the stock market roller coaster. 

Then add other tools (niches) to the tool belt.