Sounds like you're aiming to make some type of algorithm or software that tries to eliminate the need of competent real estate people utilizing their experience in markets they are very familiar with..........Didn't Zillow lose about $500 Million flipping houses using this exact type of model? 

I am already over-leveraged into the project with LOC's and such, therefore I am looking for ideas for other sources of cash to supplement my current rehab loan to be able to get me across the finish line. 

Many of the gurus aim to get that that check from you, selling you your dreams as easy.

Going forward with the business, aim to never use your personal credit, but aim to use business credit. 

You say you're open to house hacking that's great, and may be the easiest and the lowest barrier of entry just this has detrimental impact to family formation if that's what you're aiming to do.

You can do both basic housing aimed at students (they usually aren't hard to impress, just want a safe place to sleep - they don't need fancy and usually won't maintain fancy) and higher-end housing geared towards all of the professionals who work at the area hospitals, and everyone who works in Albany area in general.

Despite feeling late to the game, I'm committed to learning and aiming for my first deal in 90 days.

Looking for your suggestions.I'm aiming for the best shot at getting as much money out of the deal so I can do several more.

A house hacker with a  W-2 income can often times float some rehab costs on a duplex through cashflow or supplement some with their income.

I don't want to take on too many, but just enough to bring in supplemental income to continue with my investment plans.