The long game is referrals as they are better quality lead, and most often pretty much free. 

HomePossible is the loan product I had in mind, however I have heard that if you want to use an FHA loan then you cannot already have a loan on a property within 100 miles of the second property that you would be using the FHA loan on.

I think I could finance it via some credit cards, Lending club products, etc... but I'd definitely be more comfortable paying for the updates with the cashflow over time....

This doesn't even include holding costs.I understand you are putting sweat equity but those numbers are tight..If you build you need to automatically profit on equity or else it's pointless.. usually 20% to make it worthwhileGood luckBuilding brand new product, the goal should not be for it to trade at an 8 cap. 

Haven’t had much luck findIng quality multis in NC.

Not all lenders are the same and some don't offer certain loan products that could be beneficial. 

I thought Freddie Mac SFR pilot program would take care of this problem. https://arbor.com/freddie-mac/sfr/https://a10capital.com/products/freddie-mac-sfr-pilot-programhttps://www.corevestfinance.com/freddie-mac-loan/

Account Closed 1. location is critical but also look at 2. school quality if it may be for a family 3.

Instead of sitting in hotels or bars while on the road I'd love to turn this into productive time that can benefit my real estate investment career.

If it is determined to be an issue with the materials or quality of our work, we will gladly cover all costs associated with making it right.