First time investor looking at House Hack in Brooklyn

[Maximilian Gabath]

Hey Guys -

So I'm fairly new to REI and have been working towards getting my first MFH in Brooklyn (Prospect Heights/Crown Heights/ Bed Stuy areas). Wife and I want to occupy one of the 2-3 units of a townhouse/brownstone.

Now as I'm reading more and more, the thought of pulling this off in Brooklyn seems less appealing given the high Price-Rent ratios in NY. Wondering if we should just invest in a rental building in another area altogether.

Curious to hear other folks' opinion on Brooklyn House Hacks. Would also love to grab coffee/beers in NYC if anyone's up for it.

Cheers,
Max