You should run your numbers that way as a long term investment since at some point you'll move out of it, but like what @Ryan Thomson and @Nathan A. said, the goal shouldn't be to cashflow.

Thank you all that specific advice @Ryan Thomson!

Quote from @Ryan Thomson: I would also look into Qualified Business Income Deduction (QBID).

Quote from @Ryan Thomson: @Luis Puello I would consider house hacking.

Quote from @Ryan Thomson: @Jennifer Dargento you should know that 203k is an FHA loan product and only available if you buy it as a primary home. 

Quote from @Ryan Thomson: @Nat Love when you put 5% down your ROI is much higher over the long run.

FHA - multi family is my best recommendation as you can keep increasing your standard of living and using low money down optionsAlso for MTRs - look into travel nurses who need 3-6 month leases (location next to major hospital)Hope this helps @Ryan Thomson, @Alan Asriants, @Kyle Tusing Thank you all for the quick responses and tips and tricks.

Quote from @Ryan Thomson: @Christopher Zmolik I think house hacking is an awesome way to start:House Hacking is amazing.

@Ryan Thomson this is great information.

Quote from @Ryan Thomson: @Garrett Pettit Do you need downpayment and a cosigner in order to close?