They only drawback was I ended up putting in more of my own cash as opposed to the original plan of using none of it.

The draw back to these loans is that they are more paperwork heavy than the other "portfolio" types of loans....but if you have ever received a loan on your primary home, it's likely that you will go through the same type of paperwork here with conventional lending.

The problems can lie in the previous use of the property however so there is always drawbacks if you don't know the history of the property. 

I go back and forth between the benefits/drawbacks.3) If starting all over again, where would you focus your research/education?

What have the people done to break in to wholesaling given the draw backs.

Though if I were to stay in one of the four units and rent out the other 3 units, I would get $3000/mo-expenses.One drawback that comes to mind is that the MFH wouldn't be my primary residence and I would not qualify for an FHA loan.  

Only draw back is not a lot of assistance for new agents. 

All of the offers I received on my first flip I'm selling having been requesting Home Warranty to be included.I've read that some drawbacks include: Unpredictable response time; too many clauses/exclusions that providers can use to deny claims (drawn out process to dispute); you're using their contractors only; and it's up to them whether something gets replaced or repaired.I'm sure there are people that have saved tons of money using home warranties.

[Beware = https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/house-hacking-drawbacks/]I would look for a 2-4 unit too house hack.

To me this small mixed used buildings look very attractive, but I am apprehensive about getting enough appreciation to cash myself and a potential investor out with a refinance in 1-3 years.I'm looking for some guidance from those that have experience in these type of properties on the below:-What are the drawbacks of these types of investments?