@Jason DiClemente  and since your asking on this forum my guess this is a new venture for you. 

And there's ways to do that without much risk using a joint venture with other investors.

Outstanding, best wishes on this venture. 

Though we spent our lives doing it from the sales & marketing side, we are just beginning to venture into investing.  

If you’re short on down payments, here are a few strategies to consider:Leverage Equity: If you own any properties with equity, consider tapping into that through a cash-out refinance or HELOC to fund your down payments.Seek Joint Ventures: Partner with other investors who can provide the down payment while you manage the property or contribute in other ways.Explore Creative Financing: Look into options like seller financing or lease options, which might require less upfront capital and can be structured to fit your needs.Consider Private/Hard Money Lenders: These lenders can offer flexible terms and quicker approval compared to traditional banks.

I'm stoked for you to embark on this house hacking venture.

I hope your house hacking is a successful venture for you.

Overall the experience was a major low point in my life, but it caused me to develop many necessary habits that have led to the success of other ventures.

Getting Engaged - do a joint venture on ONE SINGLE deal and see how much you like each other3.

Any REI advice or recommendations for newbies are welcome and appreciated.Criteria:Location - We'd like to get our feet wet locally in WI but open to venture out if it makes senseProperty Type - SFH, MultifamilyProperty Condition - Turnkey & Cosmetic repairsInvestment Strategy - Buy & Hold, MTR