Have you considered doing everything one color including the trim? 

100/sqft on a full gut sounds about right - This includes new roof, siding, windowns, electrical, framing, etc - basically everything besides foundation and structureFor a more cosmetic rehab with minimal expenses and alterations to electrical, plumbing, etc you are looking close to 50-60sqftFeel free to reach out anytime and I'd be happy to see your numbers and the project. 

Particularly be sure to include your goals for real estate investing so that folks can help you. 2) Follow your favorite forum topics and set up keyword alerts!

I'm considering a house hacking strategy in the greater Houston area, ideally within a 30-minute drive of Rice University (including Fort Bend County).

If they decline to share, that is a red flag which would warrant walking away or at a minimum substantially reducing the price instead and basing the offer on your own numbers validated by third parties.

If legal, is there anything specific that I need to include in the agreement other than the sale date and sale price to make it ironclad ?

And then separate bank accounts for each LLC, I believe including each series.

They can know sellers seeking a quiet transaction, or they might have information about off-market properties.Because off-market transactions sometimes include personal circumstances, keep in mind to approach potential sellers with professionalism and sensitivity.

We are okay now, but any added stress, which includes even texting.

I do not know of a BRRRR opportunity that doesn't have a life cycle that costs less than like 22k including all out of pocket expenses and that's if your purchase is around 75k - 90k.When I am setting up a market for my clients, first thing I do is call some agents in the market.