Converting Single family to Multi family Jersey city

[Charles H.]

Hi!  I am new to BP and real estate investing as a whole.  For my first investment, my plan is to purchase a multi family that I can house hack.  One issue that I am running into at the moment is that the market where I live (Jersey City, NJ) is really hot and over my budget.  There are a few single families that I may be able to purchase.  Someone brought to my attention the possibility of converting a single family to a multi family.  Does anyone have experience doing this (preferably in Jersey city or neighboring areas)?  If so, how was your experience?