Purchase the Snooper Recording Upgrade for $1000. This is critical for gathering evidence and blackmail/influence over other characters like Lola.
The story progresses by building influence with the housemates.
A camera-savvy resident who requires financial "investment" (buying views) before she opens up to deeper interactions.
The game emphasizes that you must never leave the house early in the story, as an unidentified enemy is actively searching for you. Key Walkthrough Beats for v1.5.2 Extra