Due to the current interest rates, you probably can't live for free, but you can definitely learn how to house hack in that first year, reduced your personal housing costs, learn the rent by room/co-living strategy on-site, and then probably break-even after move out, but most importantly, it is possible to make that work in 2025 with today's rates.It just takes being open-minded and willing to be flexible for the 1st year.  

Keep in mind these are duplexes so double kitchens, appliances, hvacs ect.... greater cost than a single family. 

I’m always looking to expand my network with like-minded individuals on here, so feel free to reach out.

.: I'm probably the only one on Bigger Pockets on a Saturday night, but was reading Avery Carl's "Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth" and my mind is churning as usual.

Are there any tips or tricks I should know or keep in mind when approaching closing and for after? 

Also if the property is zoned such that commercial can be there, you've got more options for an eventual redevelopment in my mind. 

Do you mind sharing what drew you to them?

I would love to just put my mind at ease with a little more knowledge and pointers as to how we can start out as strong as possible.

I will keep that market in mind. 

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