Multi-family/House-hacking guidance in Raleigh, NC

[Christopher Allen]

Hello Great People,

I am looking to purchase my first investment property in the Novemberish time frame. I am looking to house hack a 2-4 unit multi-family property, ideally near NC State as I will be going for my Masters and would like to be close, but definitely open to other areas close by. I have identified 10s and 10s of properties I would like to be in in the area by driving around on scouting. I am looking for guidance on house hacking in this area and the entire process in general. I have done extensive research on it but want to speak with someone with experience in the area house-hacking or purchasing small multi-family in the NC state/Raleigh area. I am looking to understand things like financing options(best banks to use), handling off market deals , using renovation loans etc. I know the market is crazy and I will most likely have to find an off market property that is a fixer upper and I am 100% willing to do that and work hard to find a deal. Really looking for guidance and would be thrilled to take you out for lunch , my treat, to learn from you. Really looking forward to talking with all of you.