For example, when you designate replacement properties, multiple properties can be designated as potential replacements.

They may also have friends/family willing to help them out.I would also encourage them to find a well qualified replacement roommate for the tenant that is moving out on Nov 24th.

I want to get bigger and create enough cashflow to replace my w2.

If so, how do you manage to get the carpets cleaned and/or replaced? 

My area it is $6 sf to replace.

Would it be prohibited for me to purchase the replacement property and then deed it over to a new LLC after I purchase?

My reason for leaning towards the grip strip type is because I think it would be easier to replace a single plank if one gets damaged.

Medium renovation, new paint inside and outside, new trim, new water heater, new cabinets, new shower, new flooring, replaced appliances with new/used.

Once it is renovated it will be put out for tenants, Currently in the process in replacing the roof and redoing the driveway so have about 6-8 weeks of work depending on how fast people work and how cold it gets up in MIOnce that is done then it will be switched into an investment property

Here's the response i've gotten from QI: The IRS has issued a Letter Ruling stating an individual can set up a disregarded sole member LLC to own the Replacement Property.