Sounds like a lot of moving parts and hoops for the amount of tax savings, but that's just my risk/reward profile speaking.

The inspections alone cost me $1,300, but that upfront investment saved me tens of thousands of dollars and spared me countless headaches.In short, buying older homes requires more diligence and negotiation, but when done right, it can be incredibly rewarding.

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It requires some work—you’ll be a landlord after all—but the financial rewards can be significant.If you’re willing to live near your tenants, take on property management tasks, and want to grow your investment portfolio, this strategy could be a game-changer for your financial future.Final ThoughtsHouse hacking with a multifamily property is more than just a way to save on housing costs—it’s a proven method to accelerate your real estate investing journey.

It is all about the thrill of the chase, the analysis, the risk v reward...

Pros and Cons, Risks and Rewards to every financing strategy.

If you can establish a solid network (even virtually at first), and maybe leverage your savings to buy a property with rehab in mind, the reward could be the path you're looking for to make those five-year goals a reality.Of course, the risks are there, but if you're comfortable and see the upside, it could be worth leaning into.If you need more insight into BRRRR execution or anything specific about market selection and building a remote team, feel free to ask.Hope that helps!

In many cases, it takes a few years to really start seeing any appreciable cash flow, but it is the relationships we make, the learning and overcoming challenges and obstacles every day that is the true rewards in this business.

Gradually transition to larger, higher-end projects as you gain confidence and expertise, balancing risk and reward.

I'm leaning toward the decision to sell, as the expected rewards do not seem worth the risk (or opportunity cost).