., the building is currently operated as an STR facility, and the owner is explicitly allowing this new Operator to continue that function.

At this point I know how to set up and operate a functional Airbnb, but it's my first time actually buying property so there's definitely going to be a learning curve there. 

Planning & DesignWhat to ConsiderWhy It MattersFuture-ProofingPlan for growing family, aging in place, EV chargers, home office, and resale.Orientation & SunlightMaximize natural light and energy efficiency (passive solar design).Functional LayoutPrioritize flow: kitchen near garage, Bathroom near kitchen to cut down on plumbing costs, laundry near bedrooms, good storage.Architectural Style & HOA RulesHiring a professional Architect will save you by letting you know what's feasible, and depending on the land acquire proper soil reports that may be needed.

I suspect I can build this in 6 to 10 hours, but it is always helpful to have another brain on the job. 3) There is an advanced function I would like to build, but sadly I can't recall the mathematical functions necessary to make the calculations. 

With little money, the biggest bang for your buck is house hacking multifamily or the largest room count house you can.

There are large national and regional builders that list their properties on our platform to include some of the largest names in building like DR Horton, Toll Brothers, Lennar, LGI, Century, etc.

I know because I consulted for one of the largest real estate crowdfunding platforms.

I also included links to area highlights :)  Key cities to watch: Concord and Kannapolis.Cabarrus County Market Overview​Inventory: Inventory jumped 42.3% (619 homes vs. 435 last year), and months of supply rose from 1.8 to 2.6 months (+44.4%), signaling more options for buyers/investors.Price Trends: Median sales price rose slightly in April to $390,000 (+0.9% YoY), though year-to-date it's actually down 3.8% to $375,000.Average sales price held steady at $427,487, indicating market stabilization.Demand Shifts: Closed sales are down 4.2% year-to-date, but pending sales ticked up 1.8%, suggesting a potential rebound.DOM (Days on Market):  Jumped 36% year-to-date (from 39 to 53 days), which can offer negotiating room for investors.Concord Market SummaryListings & Sales: New listings are up 7.5%, and pending sales rose 12.3% YoY.Closed sales were almost flat (+1.6% YTD).Price Softening: Median price dropped to $370,000 (-3.9% YTD).Average price is flat at $430,777, with buyers getting about 95.4% of the original list price.Investor Note: DOM rose nearly 49%, now averaging 52 daysKannapolis Market Summary​Investor Goldmine: Median price soared to $318,000 (+15.6% April YoY), and up 10.7% YTD — strong appreciation.Average price is also up 8.4% YTD, reaching $328,720.Increased Supply: Inventory surged 58%, and months of supply jumped from 1.7 to 2.7 — giving buyers more leverage.Strong Buyer Demand: Pending sales up 11.7%, and new listings increased 7.4%, though closed sales dipped slightly (+6.6% YTD).Growth Trends & DevelopmentsConcord, NCEconomic Anchors: Home to Charlotte Motor Speedway and Concord Mills (the largest outlet mall in NC). 

If you just want the functionality of a garage then what you are describing will likely work. 

If this is a rental, just get something that can be easily replaced and functions.