In 6 months it won’t make a difference - perfect example of this business being the “long game”. 

Then the buyer walked because he actually didn't have his financing lined up so it was all a game. 

I'm new to the real estate game and wanted to try out the Omaha area since I'm stationed at Offutt AFB.

The name of the game is collect monthly premiums and payout as little as possible.

It requires some work—you’ll be a landlord after all—but the financial rewards can be significant.If you’re willing to live near your tenants, take on property management tasks, and want to grow your investment portfolio, this strategy could be a game-changer for your financial future.Final ThoughtsHouse hacking with a multifamily property is more than just a way to save on housing costs—it’s a proven method to accelerate your real estate investing journey.

it's a volume game. 

Cash to invest (enough for deposits, skin in the game lenders want you to have, closing costs, carrying costs, and to kick off rehab work).2.) 

Probably not much better time to try out the rental game and if it doesn’t work well, or we don’t like it we can still sell and keep the capital gains exemption.

Playing an appreciation game can be risky.

The marketing isnt that important in my opinion but the professional photo/ video is a huge game changer and I dont believe that someone is going to make much profit at .5% on the listing side.