If you have never done this as a full time business I will throw caution to the wind it is not as easy or as profitable as online forums make it out to be, and if you need money for living this probably is not going to sustain your lifestyle for the first several years. 

It's a flexible approach, suitable for both single-family homes and multi-unit properties, and can be tailored to fit your lifestyle and financial goals.It's important to research local housing laws and market conditions to ensure a successful house hacking venture.

As such, I’ve focused my research on out-of-state opportunities, particularly in the Midwest and other promising markets.In order for me to comfortably leave my W-2 job, I would need to secure no less than $350,000 annually, as that supports the lifestyle we’ve grown accustomed to.

Now if you want to buy and live there forever or you want a specific location or lifestyle or the amenities, might be something to consider, but not for investment....they're for living.Your best option right now depending on your income, is probably to buy at least 4bed house or 5 bedroom if you can make it work financially and rent bedrooms. 

Each of these neighborhoods offers a unique vibe, but they all have that lively, walkable feel.For a more suburban lifestyle, here are some great options.

Try to figure our what strategy would suite your lifestyle and goals (there's SO many ways to do it!).

We gutted the interior down to the cinder blocks, re-designed the unit layout to fit a more modern lifestyle.

It is a fantastic lifestyle (for the most part).  

Moreover, if you sell or the tenants want to move and their rents are well below market - they might be in for a shock/lifestyle adjustment/unable to afford current market rents.

The pics, snippets and videos of influencers living a particular lifestyle are selling people emtpy dreams.