Over time, you’ll also have the option to raise rent to further improve cash flow.House hacking is an incredible way to learn, build equity, and set yourself up for future opportunities, it's how I started as well and it was the best decision I've made! 

Quote from @Robin Cloud: It's hard to make a decision based on this.

Do you make any decisions as to the value-proposition offered the tenant.

I'm, eager to learn from local insights and make a smart, informed investment decision.

It's a very personal decision though.

Given the cash flow loss on the 7% property, I think I need to remove the emotion and make the right business decision for my portfolio holistically.

If your place is cheaper but I have to worry about utilities that I even have to set up that could be as high as $1000 a month, that definitely factors into my decision.

You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck.

Thank you in advance for helping me navigate this decision.

Guess I'm looking to make the best decision with the money.