2️⃣ Property Tax Deduction: Claim up to $10K for state & local taxes.3️⃣ Capital Gains Exclusion: Sell your home?

Different persons, different situations, different benefits. 

As I gain experience I would expand.

Especially if they gain tax deductions that might be worth as much the income. 

But then on the positive side you've got the amortization of that loan, the tax benefit of depreciation and whatever appreciation there is.

(Net of capital gains tax and NOT including dividends.) 

Also AirBNB stocking fees, maintenance, cap ex.But at the same token know that the principal portion of your mortgage payment is actually not a true expense so there is that benefit to doing all of this even if you are light on the cash flow or break even.  

@Collin SchwartzWhat are your tips to making large equity gains?

When house-hacking with 5% down, returns on cash invested could be huge when you factor in the appreciation gains.

I’m originally from NYC and I’m currently working overseas for nearly 10 years as a Construction Manager and have been enjoying my time here as well as my family (and the tax benefits too!!).