Hard money is lending based on the hard asset and it doesn't speak well when the project is mid-process and now more money is needed to be able to finish it.

One suggestion to consider as I mainly do BRRRRs as well- find a local bank or credit union in the area you plan to buy that offers construction loans.

I'm sure a lot of other people would in this group as well! 

Well, you can buy little portable washing machines that hook up to your sink- not unlike those freestanding dishwashers.

You didn't write how much 'sweat equity' you put into this place, but it was likely well worth it given the $400K cash out.  

Make sure they are "investor friendly" and well connected in the neighborhood.

I’m particularly interested in exploring strategies for acquiring and managing multi-family properties, as well as understanding how to leverage technology and data analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Sounds like either some of the information provided may have been exaggerated or changed, or possibly you could have been dealing with an identity theft situation as well.

I have family in Houston, Dallas, and the Valley, I was networking with brokers in San Antonio, but the Taxes seem to be quite high as well in that State, although much favorable laws/regs on the landlord side.

You’ll want to make sure your cpa is well versed in short term rentals.