I couldn't afford the entire payment at the time and I had to use their creative financing to split it out over six payments per month.

That current house payment may no longer be affordable.

One housing authority wouldn’t even entertain the request, while another was open to it because it was an affordable housing property, requiring just an application for the exemption.From my experience, dealing with government agencies, especially when trying to save money or get financial benefits, can be a slow process.

my next step is to find the best and most affordable market for my investment!  

Not the cheapest 25% or the most expensive 25% but I’m the middle, where people want to and can afford to live. 

The rent-to-price ratios are strong, property values remain relatively affordable compared to many other cities, and the city has been seeing real economic and population growth.I invest in Detroit myself and have built a portfolio of 12 doors there.

Common area with linked ensuites. tags: senior, elder, shared housing, tiny homes, student housing, small homes, affordable, 

Their pivot to ADUs more recently is an attempt to increase affordable housing in many of those same areas. 

House hacking is an incredible way to live affordably while building wealth through real estate.

If you move to NYC, focus on maximizing your earning potential while investing in affordable out-of-state markets with strong rental demand, like San Antonio or Indianapolis.