Are there other, more cost-effective alternatives to gain similar support and knowledge?

Less Desirable Areas: Are there neighborhoods we should avoid or areas where BRRRR might be less effective?

Raleigh is in a flywheel effect. 

I double checked and these layouts do have two exit doors for both primary and the next gen suite as well.

I'm moving because I'm ready for the paid stuff, and Zoho has a whole suite of software (from social media to work flows to appointment scheduling) and they all integrate with each other.

Once you've identified what's important and what ratios to look for to evaluate a property, all future deals should be weighted against those "good" ratios/numbers - and periodically adjust to suit your goals.

Like someone else said better to buy land that is already suited for use. 

Do some research to figure out what type of property—long-term rental (LTR) or short-term rental (STR)—best suits your goals.

Does it still provide effective results?

Although YES, I have been on legal council as consultant to some sizable case law setting suites.