The area is growing tremendously, both houses are in great school zones.

However, 80% of tenants in a recent CBRE survey expect to increase their spatial requirements over the next three years, indicating a shift towards in-person work and future growth.While new demand remains slow, these lease renewals are a positive sign, laying a stable foundation for the office market's recovery.

My family is planning on moving to Franklin County area (preferably Franklinton/Louisburg) in the coming months.

There are some community incentives in the Merced area, but would depend on your situation whether that is something that could work. 

They also guide you along in other areas such as flipping and buy and hold.

So any insight on lenders, realtors, contractors etc within the greater Charlotte area would be highly appreciated.

San Diego) where evictions take forever or cost too much.San Diego area is my market.  

I am a current house hacker in the northern NJ area in a multifamily home. 

My focus is New Jersey but I am also interested in neighboring states like New York, Pennsylvania and Connecticut.

If you can find a house or duplex where rental income covers a significant portion of the mortgage, it could help you build equity while minimizing your living expenses.I'd recommend looking into first-time homebuyer programs in your area, and as always, make sure the numbers work for you.