Chicago House Hacking

[Brandon Gates]

Hello everyone my name is Brandon. I am currently in the early stages of finding a house hack property in the Chicagoland area. I have already been in contact with a lender and agent through connections that I met through BiggerPockets. A little it about my situation. 

My approval amount for a duplex will be between $360 to low $400s

Triplex $450 to low $500s depending

I have been looking in Avondale, Hermosa, Logan Square, Jefferson Park, Portage Park, Albany Park, and have even checked out Berwyn and Lagrange. The numbers above are all subject to change depending on rental incomes.

I am getting closer to finding something that works and have been analyzing numbers daily. Any tips or advice for a first time home buyer out in Chicago? Also, is there an area that you feel will appreciate better than others?

Would love to talk and connect with the Chicago BP Community!