One experienced investor said to me that if it looks like a different LLC has owned a home every two years it's a bad sign that the property is being passed around  from investor to investor.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I think i’m experiencing some anaylysis paralysis (the feeling of being unable to start something due to overthinking and/or over researching the situation.)

This post is directed toward professionals who know real estate in and out.

If your adjusted gross income (AGI) exceeds $150K and you are not classified as a real estate professional, passive losses from rental properties cannot be used to offset your earned income.

Were you targeting traveling professionals in particular for your house hack, and if so, was it a SFH or a duplex type situation?

Readers should seek professional advice.

In the beginning I'd recommend using a reputable GC, as you become more experienced you may (or may not) want to manage your project.personally before interviewing GC's I'd educate myself on Michigan contractors license laws and requirements.

Maybe rephrase your questions or a new thread and copy in @Chris Seveney  he is very experienced lender with capacity you dont want to waste time with a bunch of fake lenders. and you brokers or HML are not going to touch this loan thats a fact.

You could offer to split it 50/50 or have them pay, but I'd make sure it is professionally done and the vent is put in a good location.