The reality is, while house hacking can be a fantastic way to build wealth, it’s not always as simple as it seems.

Real estate is one of the most powerful wealth-building vehicles—but only if you know how to play the game. 

Just would like to start building relationships with people In the Phoenix area as well. 

It makes sense for your new build but you'll have leverage something (fixed rate) to get out of that loan. 

I have several opportunities to snag up a self storage complex and a 18 unit apartment complex on creative financing .

There are really great REI opportunities in different markets - markets in the Midwest and Southeast of the country are particularly lucrative - where not only are the purchase prices reasonable for most RE investors, but the homes are turnkey (new builds or completely rehabbed homes, tenant ready, systems 10 years of life remaining on them, property management teams in place) with appreciating home value AND appreciating rent.

I would take them all to small claims court for the damages in your apartment.  

I still remember working until 2:00 am on a Saturday night to finish an apartment. 

That makes a real difference.Initially we had one originator, one part-time processor, and a part-time admin assistant. 

I also have no problem doing some sweat work to build equity in the beginning as well.