Because I'm new to the community and specifically to house hacking, I have so many questions and would love to hear about how you all got started.

Started with a house hack in 2017 and got to 10 units through house hacking before getting laid off from JPMorgan in 2019.

House hacking is a great way to get started in real estate, especially if you are handy, that will be a big help.Buy a 4 plex and rent 3 units and use one for your self.

Purchase price: $180,000 Cash invested: $19,000 Contributors: Stephen Schmitt First investment house hack!

Purchase price: $180,000 Cash invested: $19,000 Contributors: Stephen Schmitt First investment house hack!

@Luke OkaneThis is how I did my first two house hacks (along with converting a garage to rent separately) from the main house.

Her lease ends in Jan 1st and we’d probably look for a new place.I’ve been thinking of house hacking here in the Utah county area.

Purchase price: $1,425,000 Cash invested: $400,000 Value add and a house hack!

@Zac LindquistNo VAs are used here; I think I will self-manage as long as possible.My occupancy would be close to 100%, but because of house hacking, sometimes I choose a gap between TMP contracts so family can visit.I only list on Furnished Finder (FF).

House hacking is a great way to get started.If you PM me, I'll send you my Chicago house hacking guide if you want it.