You want an accountant that can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the tax consequences of the decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck in your search.

House hacking a multi family for that amount will be tough, but it's totally possible with a SFH or townhouse.There are some awesome strategic areas that will cash flow with a house hack + are nice appreciation plays.

In other words, I think you can make it work by strategizing your holdings.  

I'll double down on talking to a CPA because this is absolutely a situation where if you're strategic it'll make a world of difference. 

A landlord has the option to include this stipulation within the lease agreement, although in jurisdictions with robust tenant protection laws, a judge may favor the tenant's position in such instances. 

Know that there is still robust demand for Austin housing and that prices are still considerably higher than just a few years ago.

Option 1 involves playing it safe by keeping properties in your name and focusing on robust insurance coverage, sacrificing some LLC liability benefits.

Buying a home and renting out rooms, especially in a high-demand area like Virginia Beach/Chesapeake, can be a great strategic move.Your strategy has potential, especially given the housing costs near bases and the benefits of your VA loan.

The Professional plan is a great space for seasoned vets who need a robust system where their team can work through the entire acquisition process.Your BP Pro Membership gets you 15% off the Invelo subscription price and $100 in in-app wallet credits for paid plans. 

Both rental and purchase markets are robust.