For example, some agents may only be well-versed in working with house hackers while others may be more experienced with short-term rentals only. 

He's a numbers guy and knows what house hackers are looking for but very knowledgeable and is a great teacher too.I don't think waiting is a bad thing, and some people might have to wait to build up credit, pay down debt, etc.

My team and I have worked with lots of house hackers in the Chicago real estate market! 

This will make it easier for you to keep records for tax purposes by keeping your personal and rental income and costs separate.House Hackers' Advice: Examine your tenants carefully, Recognise local laws and regulations.

We're finally in a home where we're likely staying for awhile so our new investments are bought with investment loans, but for first-time homebuyer/house-hackers, it's a great way to get started.  

Fellow house hacker here and I've helped several other clients find house hacks.

Hi David - I"m an agent and former house hacker in DFW and i've probably helped around 50 or so people successfully find a great house hack!

(She also has a house hacking lease that she's drawn up for any Denver house hackers.)

As a fellow house hacker and introvert, I have had those uncomfortable conversations too.

In the 2nd scenario as a house hacker, you get the same benefits as a consumer but thinking as a business person you will get the additional benefits of depreciation on the ADU (A tax benefit); increasing the cash flow from the ADU as you raise the rent; If you decide to purchase another property while keeping your current property you will be able to cash flow all of it; eventually using 1031 exchanges to delay payment of taxes when it's time to purchase another investment property .......Bottom line- The house that you live in as a consumer will increase your wealth over time from appreciation, but real wealth will come from learning all of the benefits real estate investors take advantage of when it's treated as a business versus just being a consumer.