Hello BP community!

I'm new to this journey and so excited, but simultaneously fighting to stay motivated. I'm interested in house hacking, however living in Bklyn, NY the market is too expensive for me. I am still saving nonetheless to purchase in NJ. Im currently interested in house hacking the traditional way via a duplex, however Im considering buying a single family or duplex property in a much less expensive market and renting it out (as a regular rental property) for cash flow to help finance my second property that I can then house hack. For anyone that has been in my predicament or has helpful advice or guidance Im all ears.

Thanks in advance,

Marceline