Searching for house-hack but duplexes are fully-leased

[Irene Low]

I'm looking to buy my first home (aiming for duplex, but open to other types of properties that will allow me to house-hack) using a FHA loan. When I look at the duplexes in my area, most of them are leased with tenants on both sides. I'm not finding much that allows me to live in one unit.

What are some alternative house-hacking routes or tips? If the description states "both tenant leases expire at such and such date", is there a method to maneuver myself into one of the units so I can live in it? 

Excuse my lack of knowledge, I have not even talked to a realtor yet because I guess I'm afraid that they'll say finding what I want is impossible in my area.