FHA loans can be a good option here, allowing you to put down a lower down payment.## NetworkingNetworking is key in real estate investing.

It makes multi-generational living much more affordable.

Over the past several years it has seem there have been more and more options.

The planning staff should be able to walk you through any options for zoning changes or variances if there's a way to make short-term rentals work in your case.

I'm new to real estate investing, but have thrown myself into learning as much as I can by joining a Veteran based investment community, have been working with my realtor and looking daily for potential multi family properties in the Dallas area for house hacking, which I've set myself an deadline to be completed by May.

Especially since most multi’s are slightly overpriced. 

Using a Whole Life Insurance (WLI) loan avoids banks but accrues interest, potentially reducing policy benefits—compare this with other financing options like HELOC or seller financing.

I just received two different verbal offers that I'm willing to accept, but don't want to waste time with someone whose deal may fall through.What are my options to enter into a contract with someone who is qualified?

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) other investment. 31 duplex development located on the East side of San Antonio.

I have saved up some money but my goal is to save up at least 20k in a year before I start looking for options on house hacking in a duplex.