That said, if you only have a few "residential" rental buildings, most direct carriers can get you pretty low deductibles on their stand-alone policies (State Farm, Allstate, Farmers, Nationwide, etc.). 

To answer your title directly, house hacking is entirely worth it and if you're willing to be a landlord it's 100% the best springboard to financial independence.

These investments in the area are expected to create tens of thousands of new direct and indirect jobs and further accelerate population growth and housing demand. 

Because I'll be responsible for the utility account, I'll be able to monitor daily usage and address any excessive consumption directly with the tenant.

I’d ask them questions directly.

Those companies you asked about are more for deal finding and direct contact to off-market sellers, is that what you are looking for? 

.: Quote from @Theo Hicks: In ideal conditions:Pref equity receives higher ongoing distributions but no profits at saleCommon equity receives lower distribution and profit at sale (assuming their is cash flow left over after pref equity is paid and assuming their is profit at sale.In non-ideal conditionsPref equity may receive ongoing distributions less than pref, or no ongoing distributions at all, but the pref accrues.

Sometimes their speakers have trade show booths where you can speak directly with them or they are available before or after their speaking session.

Any advice, mentorship or direction would be greatly appreciated. 

What is the true marketing channel Whether it’s direct mail, cold calling, networking, or something else, I’d love to hear what’s been working in your market and how you’re staying ahead of the competition.