There’s also a good mix of duplexes, triplexes, and quads, so you’ve got options for a solid house hack.House hacking is actually how I got into real estate—I’ve done two house hacks with duplexes here in Chattanooga, and it’s been a game changer.

It can simplify end-of-year paperwork, but you’ll want to confirm the details with a tax pro.3.Long-Term Game PlanPaying out of pocket and keeping your medical receipts can be a great strategy.

No (institutional) lender will finance 100% of your purchase price as a purchase, all lenders want "skin in the game".

Please feel free to reach out to me and my team if you would like to come up with a game plan and build your buy box. 

It seems like there’s an opportunity here for the right buyers who still believe in BRRRR.Curious to hear from those who’ve been in the game longer—do you still do BRRRR, or did you pivot?

Hey BP,I’m relatively new to the industry with about 1.5 years of experience, but I’ve already learned that automating common tasks is a huge game-changer for efficiency.

Others noted that the appreciation play could make it worth keeping, I tend to look more heavily on appreciation since real estate investing is more of a long term game.

A quick internet search led to quite a few complaints by people claiming to be ripped off, had deals fall through, or simply getting the run around each time. 

The amount of downpayment requirement insures buyers having "skin in the game". 

House hacking in Chicago can be a game-changer—letting you live for free (or close to it) while building wealth through real estate.