Looking to buy a property in Oahu to house hack

[David Valladares]

Hey everyone! I’m new to BP and found this site while looking for more information on real estate investing after reading “Rich Dad Poor Dad”. I live in the beautiful island of Oahu and am looking to invest in my first property. I want to house hack to hopefully live for free and build some appreciation on the property. But I don’t really know where to start.

For a first time buyer looking to invest in a high cost location like Hawaii, what would you recommend? Continue to rent and try and do an out of state rental? Or invest in my first property on island to house hack?

Thank you in advance!