We are looking at a house that is being auctioned next week in Gulf Shores.

@Jonathan Baptiste Have been house hacking before it was a thing, 29 years to be exact.

You have to include the cost of your time and the work, especially on a "scary house" is daunting indeed. 

I’m definitely working hard to create a solid foundation for both my family and my investments, and it’s encouraging to connect with like-minded people who are exploring real estate as well.You’re absolutely right about Section 8 housing, the stability of cash flow is definitely a big draw for me, especially with the U.S. market being more accessible in terms of affordability compared to Canada.

I was in a similar situation for my second house hack.

Destin is a great spot for house hacking—tourism is strong, so renting out part of your property could help with the mortgage.

The good news is you don't need a specialty loan for a house hack, just a traditional primary home loan.

After 20 years as an investor, broker, and lender, I can tell you that house hacking is one of the smartest ways to start.

If you are single or a couple on the same page about house hacking, look for uneven multis.

My DP was around $20k and when I sold it I cleared over $200k.Good luck to you and let me know if there's ever anything else you'd like to know about house hacking.