To keep it short and sweet, depending on your deal you should have plenty of options. 

     Just a reminder to everyone doing short term rentals to check with your county to see if you need to be paying a hotel occupancy tax.

Long story short if you are committed to house hacking the sky is the limits and there is endless possibility, it really comes down to your comfort level and where exactly you need to be in New Jersey.

Neutral colors work well, and energy-efficient upgrades not only attract buyers but can also qualify for tax benefits.

On one side of the fold is your short term 6-12 month goal, on the other side you put your mid-term goal 3-4 years and then on the back you write down that Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG) 10 year goal. 

You will likely need to sit on the unit for a long time or reduce initial rent below the market for that unit to rent during the Winter. account for this by either offering a Winter special that will increase to market in the Spring or doing a short lease that ends in the Summer.

I am in Ontario Canada, but looking to explore the Ohio market due to its proximity to Toronto and very attractive cap rates. 

This is unsightly and can attract pests. 

Shortly after Roofstock acquired them I have seen improvements and haven't had issues with bank account connectivity.  

Oh, and check your local rules about short-term rentals so you’re good to go.Ready to dig deeper anytime!