Househacking near Everett WA

[Grant Hasting]

Hello Bigger Pockets! First post on the forum and very excited to get more involved in the community. My wife and I have started to take our first steps towards our first househack! We are looking in Snohomish County in Washington State. My question for you is how relevant is the "1% rule" in this area? I have begun to analyze properties to the best of my ability and have yet to find a multifamily in my price range that meets this rule. Granted, everything I have looked at has been properties on the MLS, but as a first time buyer I am a little overwhelmed on the path to find deals off market. I appreciate any advice!