I looked into doing this but couldn't put get it all lined up to make work..Serious lack of available options for out of state investors to do this from a management standpoint.

Would I use them if they were one of the last options?

But after speaking with an agent in NC, I'm equally as sold on options in the Durham/Raleigh area. 

You also have the option to invest out of your city/state.

Kind of a dive in a not so great location but paid what I considered alot of money because there were no other options.

Having no skin in the game is just not viable in this market. 

Options include real estate syndications (group investments), funds, or real estate crowdfunding.

While running some of our options thru Awning.com, we noticed that having a hot tub in some areas changes the revenue dramatically (+/- 20k+), while in another area only a few miles away a hot tub has little to no effect on the potential earnings.Can anyone help us understand why this might be?

One of the biggest pros of house hacking duplexes and fourplexes is the access to favorable financing options.

When it comes to choosing a college degree that aligns well with the real estate industry, there are several options to consider: Business Administration/Management, Finance/Economics, Real Estate/Property Management, Urban Planning/Development, Marketing, etc.Ultimately, the best degree for you depends on your specific interests, career goals, and strengths.