Not a goal that'll be soon but would like to gift them a home that they can live in and enjoy.  

Usually that just slows them down to train you and watch over you.Find out what someone likes, call it a gift, show you'll do anything to learn.

Specifically, I’m interested in house hacking as a way to begin practicing real estate after I graduate from college.Can anyone share some learning directions, tips, or experiences?

Be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

Looking forward to hearing your tips and sharing what’s worked for me too. 

Any tips on how to find/market to owner finance buyers that have brought you success?

•Any tips for navigating financing as a non-resident or alternatives like seller financing.If you’ve been through a similar situation or have insights into the Canadian market, I’d greatly appreciate your input!

There's quite a supportive investor community here.First tip: come to a monthly meeting of ORREIA (https://www.orreia.net/). 

Or any tips for mitigating risks when market timing doesn’t align perfectly?

Open to hear/read and tips and advices that could help me on my research for my first deal!