Need separate entrance for basement hack?

[Betsey Biggs]

Hi all,

I’m a single parent looking to house hack via a basement suite rental in Boulder County, CO. Mostly looking at Louisville and Lafayette, for anyone who knows the area.

Most SFH don't have a separate entrance for their basements, and it seems quite expensive to put one in. Any thoughts on whether it's worth it, or if it's possible to make a basement suite work without one? Thanks!