Trying to house hack as a young buck

[Tanner Webb]

Hey everyone, I’ve been lurking through comments the past few months and here goes my first post.  I’m looking to house hack a duplex really anywhere south of point of the mountain here in Utah (or possibly north if I luck out).  I got pre approved for up to 400k and I’m wondering if in the crazy market I really even stand a chance to find something less than that? I know the 1% rule is out of the question, but I’m okay with a few years without cash flow since the equity growth here has been crazy.  I guess my question is would I be able to find something reasonable with my current situation? 

I appreciate the help in advance!