I originate the AIO and it is a powerful tool in the right hands.  

Tacky.Your power outlets and switch don't have covers in the pics.

I agree with other responses here, and to piggyback on them it seems everyone plans to 'own forever' when they sign a 30 year lease or finance term, and then things change (job, relationship, life events, etc) and folks try to sell the property with 25-28 years left.Banks do not look at power bills when determining DTI, but they will look at a solar loan/lease. 

I’ve seen firsthand how house hacking can be a powerful strategy for building cash flow and wealth, especially in multi-family properties like the 4-plex you’re targeting.

That is to say that I've experienced the incredible power of an appreciating market and that makes it very tempting to want to keep my current house, rent it out and let it appreciate.

Makes sense.Update - so we went to do the inspection and the power was off. 

Unexpected Costs: Real estate has a lot of additional costs that aren’t always obvious.

Louis, consider specialty providers like Powers Insurance, St.

This strategy, however, carries more risk and requires market knowledge to avoid unexpected costs or longer holding periods.If you want steady cash flow, go with the garage conversion.

@Alex Powers just read the DORA news release about her.