Sounds like you have a great life!.

An LLC is used for business related assets.A house-hack is a partially personal / partially business related assetAn LLC is normally best when personal and business are not 'comingled'best to talk to an attorney to see if you will get the asset protection you are looking for.

Here are a few I recommend: "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Roberto Kiyosaki; "Set for Life" by Scott Trench; "The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing" by Spencer; "The BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide" found here on BP; "The Book on Rental Property Investing" by Brandon Tuner.

If not, it is what it is and if you personally want to move to Texas than so be it and you may need to sell it.Now, if you can keep the first one and still afford a second one then great.

It is something I wouldn't use personally.

Once I've done some homework on the property and everything checks out, I make sure to visit it in person.

I personally love the Cleveland market for its cash flow.

I've house hacked and done the rent by the room strategy multiple times in Reno, NV and it's changed my life. 

Personally, I like option #1 (I know a lot of agents will push you to #2 as that's how they make commission), but it helps in keeping an asset and using that capital to buy something more productive.

While I do not personally have a contact in KC, I'd recommend using BiggerPockets' Find an Agent tool.Its a FREE service for BP members like yourself who are looking to expand your network and find local experts.Here, you'll be connected with an investor-friendly with knowledge/experience in your desired location(s).