I'd use an approved underlayment.Pro Tip: If it's cheap, it's not good.....at least spend in the moderate range.

Super interesting! 

Type of construction materials for the build(block/metal frame/wood frame), separate utilities, finishes, tech, cleaning crews, any tips and tricks would be HUGE! 

And in the middle, you borrow and try to pay off fast.

Staying local and house hacking—especially now, before kids—gives you so much flexibility to set yourselves up for long-term success.Your financial foundation is super strong, and house hacking a quad sounds like an amazing first step for you two.

Just a tip - make sure you don't just look at the current property taxes. 

Thanks my reply is the same as the one I made above..

Thank you for that tip about meetups.

That goes up to 60 days if they have been there for more than 12 months and it goes to 90 days if they have been there for more than 24 months.Thank you for your reply.

I intend to rent out the units by room to college students (does it sound like this would work in this area and what are some general tips/things I should look out for?).