I've bought most of my rentals utilizing vendor carry back financing (for a zero down option)Utilize Your Network: Use your connections for off-market deals and creative financing.

Please keep in mind that unless you are a real estate professional or utilizing the short-term rental loophole strategy, you are creating passive losses that can only offset passive gains.

It's a great program to utilize and a creative way to get into a home with low or no money down (3-5% downpayment covered by the grant).

Super easy and best to utilize a DSCR loan . 

So, I thought I should sell, take the profits and put into high interest account, rent a room for myself for about $1100 per month with all utilities included and that way I can save additional funds for a year.

We have come close to filing eviction many times.We do have a clause in our rental agreement that helps protect us from short timers, if it is legal in your state:After additional deductions for cleaning and repairs necessary to restore the premises to its original condition (less allowance for reasonable wear and tear), along with deductions for any rent due (including rent loss during periods of restoration), late fee, caused inspection/eviction, utility, notice, legal and any breach of contract costs, the balance of the security fee shall be refunded pro rata as follows: 10% of the remaining balance for up to one month of occupancy; 20% for two months, 30% for 3 months, 40% for 4 months, 50% for 5 months, …and so forth until 100% for 10 months or more of occupancy; 

@Nicolas Dupuis - She need two years of income / tax history to utilize income from a new job.

Tenant will continue to pay for utilities and any difference (or loss in rental) if home is leased for lower monthly rent than current lease term. 

Also research utility costs.

As a house hacker, you'll benefit from this, especially utilizing leverage with a low down payment.