Looking to make my first home purchase in Beaumont, TX

[Mark Mazzucco]

Hi,

I am moving to Beaumont, Texas for work this fall and am contemplating on what to purchase/do to plan ahead. I was thinking of buying a home and trying to rent to several coworkers. 

Is there any advice on my first purchase? Should I look at house hacking a duplex or should I get a house and rent out the extra 2 or 3 rooms? I have 60K in cash saved but it seems like putting less down is the better route. I will be making 100K annually and don't have any significant others to worry about taking care of. 

Any suggestions or advice would be great! Or anyone in the Beaumont area that can help!

Best,

Mark