Quote from @Carlos Ptriawan: you know what's funny, even when using direct booking (eg: from the PM), the potential renter is still has too choose from 30 different houses or even more.it's just not worthed, I also never type "hilton.com" or "hyatt" when booking i always search for "hotels" or "hotwire" , and that's it.for buyer/renter it is about aggregated experience....Sounds like we're on the same page.  

What tax benefits might you receive that could potentially offset some of your tax burden with such high income?

You can look to a bit higher risk areas for more appreciation potential while coming closer to cash flowing today.

Quote from @Bradley Babineaux: but do i need to compensate the agent Yeah if you hire anyone, whether a plumber, electrician, lawyer, or real estate agent you typically have to pay that person.

However, most of the work involved involves searching for off-market raw land with development potential, finding the owner and seeing if they're willing to sell. 

Love the area (Mooresville, NC), saw a huge value-add potential.

Because the vast vast majority of potential sellers are homeowners (not investors or developers selling new), and will have to find another home in which to live.

I am seeking insights and recommendations from the community regarding potential locations in and around Orlando where full duplexes might be more readily available within my budget.My plan is to house hack, and based on my initial calculations, I anticipate an extra expense of $1.5K beyond rental income to cover the mortgage.

I joined in March, but have been involved enough to see the massive potential it provides to investors looking for a supportive community. 

I believe Beaufort has potential STR destination capabilities down the line.