I’m aware that money is likely going to be spent but, assuming it doesn’t, then can you still make tax free cash flow simply off of the recurring deductions like interest, management, hoa, utilities, taxes, insurance and depreciation? 

The MFM group is a machine that churns out many people looking to become MF investors.If you are interested in learning more about commercial RE, not just MF, there are many online virtual meetups as well which can give you a lot more exposure than just your local market for in person events.There are also other, more affordable, options to continue your education rather than paying a large amount for a mentorship program right away.Happy to share these with you if interested.

It can be HOA liens, tax liens, utility liens, etc.The thing that most people don't know about courthouse steps buys is that the same buyers are always there and they all know each other.

Company seems legit from what I can find online, but I can't seem to find any specific MTR landlord feedback on working with them.  

It was costing me $450/mo plus a $90 subscription to quickbooks online.

Additionally, by incorporating flexibility into its use—potentially housing commercial tenants during repairs at another property—I enhanced the strategic utility of the investment within my broader portfolio.

Thanks so much for your help in advance Short answer is yes there are no income products and or stated income products you could utilize till you eventually start filing an acceptable form of income to qualify back for full documentation loans again (eventually).

The costs sound a little low to me if you are talking turn key including permits, site work, utilities, plans, surveys etc.

Do you mainly rely on driving for dollars, online platforms, or networking with other investors? 

I'm now looking to house hack in Dallas or the surrounding areas (likely Arlington) but am a bit stuck on how to run the numbers.When calculating cash flow on the my duplex in Indiana I took into account PITI, vacancy reserves, maintenance and repairs reserves and utilities to get down to my net cash flow amount.When running the same calculations using 5% down on the house hack, I find myself quite a bit in the negative.