Cozy.com is also a great method for collecting rent, tenant screenings, hosting lease agreement, tracking expenses and maintenance requests, etc. 

Breaking down the process for the clients and providing copies for both them and I is a great method that I will be sure to use!

It's a great method, the tax benefits alone are amazing.  

@Anthony Cannizzaro Tampa is a great market and housing hacking is a great method to get started in real estate (how I started).

Here’s what you should know on Schedule E:Depreciation (Line 18) – can be added BACKCasualty Loss/Amortization/One-Time Expenses/HOA Dues (line 19) – can be added BACKInsurance (line 9) – Added BackMortgage Interest (Line 12) – Added BackTaxes (Line 16) – Added BackAnd this is why owning property is such a great method of building wealth.

Great method in finding your deal, if you don't think outside the box & solely depend on the MLS, you'll have a rude awakening in real estate. best of luck on your multi family pursuits!

You'll be amazed how much more comfortable you will be when it is time to invest.Oh and although house hacking is a great method to get your feet wet, if your living at school that makes it a lot harder.

I think that would be a great method to get in the business.

If you have the ability to house hack, then this is a great method to start your investing career.I'll drop you a private message but do feel free to ask questions here openly as many others may have the same questions and these forums are often research even years after you post.  

It's not a great method for holding longer than 12 months.