Like sound but not the level. I

And also you will have to get along with them on a personal level. I

It seems the investment thesis changes quickly at the street level. I

@Agustin DionicioThis is a very vague question but I will answer based on my belief and my investment outlook.I believe that everyone is different and that it all comes down to personality and individual responsibilities.Some hypotheticals to illustrate:If I was single and had no responsibilities my risk level is off the charts- I would be willing to go 100% in because if I failed, I only have me to worry about and I know as a single individual I can endure some pretty harsh condition and will be able to work my way out.As a married man, I still have the same personal risk level but now I have to consider my other half in the financial decisions.

@Cody Murray, sometimes the best way to increase rents is to upgrade the property on some level.  I

Average base level is $500 for range, $350 for dishwasher, and $250 for microwave/ hood combo HVAC service: $250 to $3,000 Deep cleaning: $250 to $500 Carpet cleaning: $250 to $700 Another method is to see how bad the house is:If it needs a lot of work do the square footage x 35If it needs some work do the square footage x 25If it needs minor work like paint and touch up do the square footage x 15Let me know if you need any help brother!

Our goal is to house hack for at least a year with the first property and then eventually sell the property once it appreciates to a good level. I

I'm a realtor in PA so I'm very familiar with the AOS, and what follows, but buying a property that is not on the market and where the seller does not have a realtor...

*NOTE: this is just to see what overall interest level is prior to setting up an event that is why it's not posted in the events forums

It's definitely possible to own in the SF Bay Area with a small down payment to where your rental income from house hacking can cover some or most of your mortgage payment and then cash flow when you and your wife move out, just depends on your comfortability level. I