I recommend checking local crime statistics on SpotCrime.

I thought it prudent to run some questions by the plethora of savvy investors in this community.I plan to begin now the process of finding a multi family property to house hack.

Getting that first deal under my belt with the help of a mentor would significantly accelerate the process and build my confidence.I’m a firm believer in learning by doing—trial by fire, making mistakes, and growing from them.

I'm open to suggestion regarding strategy and location and willing to put in more work for better returns, but I certainly need to grasp a better understanding of the process to get started across the border. 

Make sure you do some research on anyone you decide to work with in this process.

The whole refinance process is not clear to me as I haven't gone through it myself or see it first hand with a client of mine doing it.

Looking to hear from investors, business owners, and anyone who’s navigated this process successfully!

Your time is best spent producing the revenue that allows you to invest in the first place.That includes using local agents you meet and feel are a good fit for you, property managers, possibly buying completed properties like the one you posted here, and outsourcing as much of the process as you can as you get started. 

How does the Airbnb licensing process work in your area?

We've done demos with all of the big name PMS options and are finding big gaps with all of them, mostly when it comes to payment processing.