@Austin Carr I don't know of any local groups who analyze deals in person, but I host a free session each Saturday at 4:00 P.M.

Simon, Here in FL its much easier for us because we know a few things:1) The U.S. is severely under supplied in housing units. 2) Tons of people are moving to Florida everyday which makes point #1 even more drastic for us. 3) Interest rates are preventing people from selling their homes, because then they would need to re-trade for a higher interest rate buying a new home, which is creating even more housing demand.So with this knowledge, now we move to more market specific data, which is what I talk about in the original post.If a market shows decent growth and demand, then it all boils down to the numbers.Its important not to forget about any costs though.

Do you still need to put 20% down on a house hack and let the lender know?

I don't know your situation; if you have 6 figures in cash reserves and waiting to see what is next, go for it.

We do know that water will keep going up.

Because it's the only way to know who is in your rental and hold them accountable. 

Know what you're buying. 

I know that in many cases tenants start looking when they get the increase and then realize that it is best to stay.

I didn’t know he would go in at gun point, but he got them all out swiftly, dumped all their things on the front lawn and changed the locks.

I also don't know all your circumstances ... but I provide the source for you to dig into it deeper down below.