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@Chris CoreYou're in a strong financial position, but since house hacking isn’t lowering your expenses in your market, it's time to pivot.

Be sure that person who referred you is in a similar financial spot / need.

First Financial Bank has no record of having done business with Goodin Development.

I would make sure financially you have a good base and then connect with a local agent

You might consider: Consulting a Real Estate Attorney – Your emails may possibly prove misrepresentation.Requesting Public Records – A FOIA request might reveal why the city denied you but later approved the duplex.Escalating to City Officials – Bringing this to local officials could expose inconsistencies.Exploring Tax Write-Offs – A CPA might help offset your financial loss, if it is possible.I’d definitely seek legal advice.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

House hacking is financially a no-brainer and no city in the US (including Chicago) has more duplexes than Milwaukee.

Still, if you aren't whittling down the number you are analyzing financially to a small subset you see before deciding what to do, you are missing an essential part of getting to the tipping point of expertise in your field.

Improve your credit and financials so lenders are willing to take a chance on you.