We use DealCheck to underwire and QuickBooks Online for everything related to accounting and numbers.

To recap: Be extremely cautious with flat fee MLS sites that only refer business to other agents.Bonus PointsYou should also consider the ease of use of the flat fee MLS listing provider, for example, can you complete everything online?

The choice depends on their priorities simplicity now or long-term tax advantages.

Even small, consistent amounts add up over time.Learn & NetworkKeep reading REI books, but also join real estate meetups or online groups like here on BiggerPockets.

Networking Tips: How can I leverage industry events, meetups, and online communities to build relationships with potential investors?

A duplex or triplex is a solid choice for house hacking, and this community has tons of resources to help you learn how to find and analyze deals.

Based on those goals, research online (or get ideas here on the forum about those markets).

I will go so far to say that the sub-metering was the WRONG choice for us, given the cost, and given that if push came to shove, it would not hold up under scrutiny - by tenants, in a court of law - and therefore by extension, us.

There are so many misleading "gurus" and advice from others online - that don't make logical sense.Who do you think qualifies for an S8 voucher?

The difference is night and day between using someone you find online or in a search vs a personal referral.