Connect with other investors, agents, and property managers to get a feel for the area and learn from their experiences.Are you thinking about house hacking or just straight-up rentals for now?

I’d recommend finding an affordable rental somewhere and saving more money for a downpayment on a SFH that you can house hack.

I'm looking to do a third house hack/BRRRR in the next 2 years.

i think this is a decision only you can make. im in a similar boat (house hacking my primary) and considering renting the whole thing out to get a solo home for myself. certainly a lot of appeal in that, given how much work goes into the house hack. but whether or not the numbers on cash flow align is up to you. personally i dont think $150 (seems like about 12%?)

I considered starting out house hacking a MF, but it will only increase my monthly expenses, not lower them or provide cash flow. 

House hacking by purchasing a duplex, triplex, or single-family home with extra rooms can help you reduce or eliminate housing costs while building equity.

The key now is to take action—set a clear goal, choose a strategy (house hacking, rentals, flips, etc.), and start analyzing deals.

@Austin Williams - Leveraging a VA loan for a house hack is such low-hanging fruit for financial freedom.

I was living with my wife and she didn't want to house hack, but that is a great way to get started.Find an area you want to live in.

I’m getting ready to make my next move in 2025 and I’m contemplating on staying here and buying a multi family property as an investment out of state (only an hour away) which would be a lot less capital and have a lot more land lord friendly laws or buy another multifamily as a primary residence locally and hack that property I’m single and live alone.