Looking for some guidance on resources of how to begin analysis or how to build a business of this sort.

I'm trying to pinpoint my financial strategy in attaining these projects and HMLs are always suggested to me.My goal this year is to buy my first investment.

Right now, my focus is on leveraging my degree and skills to land a higher-paying job, increase my annual income, and ultimately grow my net worth.Real estate has always been something I’ve been interested in, and my long-term goal is to start investing in both real estate and retirement to build financial security.

I also have a few valuable resources that might be helpful to you.Feel free to reach out if you ever need anything—happy to help in any way I can!

@Fred Robertson, I was actually reading a little about this sort of thing today and it is absolutely the kind of thing where you get a CPA or certified financial planner involved!

They tend to have more resources at their disposal for finding and getting tenants. 

@Chris CoreYou're in a strong financial position, but since house hacking isn’t lowering your expenses in your market, it's time to pivot.

@Rory DarcyRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

It's the same skill set but the financial returns and community impact are exponentially greater for everyone.There’s no reason that we can’t and shouldn’t be the ones revitalizing our communities instead of outsiders OR worse nobody at all.There are less opportunities in smaller towns and who is in the best position to truly understand the needs of the community?

There are several duplexes out there for sale and if you do it right, it can be financially beneficial for you.