How to buy residential MF as an owner-occupied property?

[Mike Hoherchak]

Hi all!

So I'm looking to purchase a 3 or 4 plex as a house hack. Unless I can get the sellers to take back financing my plan is to use my VA loan to purchase. I've heard from many people to never let the tenants know you're the owner for various reasons.

So, for those of you who have house-hacked, how have you done your inspections and other due-diligence without letting the current tenants know you are planning on buying and living in the same property?

Thanks in advance for your input!