I have heard on the street from others that syndicate multifamily there is a blood bath coming and in process.

We just completed 6-unit one bed one bath apartment in midtown Sacramento, CA As we are considering doing MTR, your feedback on how to move forward with this plan is appreciated  

But, these broad market studies are so large, they are almost meaningless, in the real world.Between glut of new supply in many "hot" markets coming online, a continually softening economic outlook, inflation over last couple years making day to day items feel cost prohibitive, many average renters are strapped and seeking lower cost housing.  

People house hacking have far different expectations than someone buying properties with cash. 

If my spouse was willing to move more frequently I’d house hack a 4 unit every year.

If you are willing to do the work, the landlord can often be the first point of contact with housing assistance.

First when I wanted to create a fund to buy court house steps..

I think you're in the right are for investment affordable housing .

I’m starting off wanting to get into a primary residence that I plan to house hack and then figure out the next move into investment properties but that’s down the roadwith all that said, are there other ways that im not thinking of to 1.

Good on your friend for suggesting house hacking a duplex.