What are some things to keep in mind, how does one do a background check, what are the laws regarding that (I'm in St Louis), any advice, thoughts recommendations etc is greatly appreciated.Thank you@Rania MutumheHi Rania,Usually house hacking is where you have a multi-family property (like a duplex or triplex) and each tenant has their own unit.  

But because they are domestic they are exempt from FIRPTA and can do regular 1031 exchanges.Just something to add to your decision tree

I would check a local RE attorney perhaps, every state has different rules for establishing residency.

Albeit, a lot harder to get approved for these compared to a regular DSCR loan you can find at a mortgage shop that mostly focuses on 1-4 Units. 

Im currently living pay check to pay check.

Check your contract to see if you are still in your inspection period.

@Joey Andres  The only thing I would add is on the notice letter I have two check boxes and a signature line.

Check Montgomery stats.  

I would also check Zillow so you can scroll through pictures and see what the conditions of each unit being advertised are.

I checked at the county and this is the correct date.