You're in the right place.You have a lot on your plate and it's hard to figure out everything at the same time but you're definitely on the right track.The most achievable option to start the journey will be house-hacking.

Are these numbers reasonable for Tulsa (0.9 for rent-to-price ratio and B class neighborhoods focussing on affordable housing) and the duplex should cash-flow about ~$200/door with 25-30% down.For other investors in Tulsa, not targeting value-add (BRRRR, ...) - would you consider this a reasonable deal (don't need a home-run)?

Then we started renting our house out when we’d go on vacation.

I moved from Florida to start investing in Columbus because of the same reason.https://www.zillow.com/learn/hottest-housing-markets-2024/

@Ariana GraceOpen houses are a great source for first time buyers as they often don’t have a Realtor yet and are just looking.  

I'm closing on a 3 unit house and I'm looking for a Property Manager.

Is it easier to do a single family home or a duplex as first time home buyer with house hacking strategy?

SF houses are easier to maintain, have greater appreciation rates, and appeal to a bigger buyer market.

I’m leaning more towards an apartment locator, mainly because of the current housing market in Austin, there are not many properties available.

Hi everyone -I own a 5 bed 4 bath home here in North Austin, TX that I currently house hack.