Keep the supports, footings, joist the way they are and just replace the deck boards, railings.

Thanks again to the Bigger Pockets community for all the wonderful advice, guidance, and support on here - legit the best online real estate investing site I've discovered.

It is supported by multiple military bases and has a large population open to having roommates and needing temporary housing.

I’d like to purchase my first house hack to begin my investing journey but the lenders I have talked with so far do not support the type of loans I’ve tried discussing with them.

I have yet to verify with local realtors and PM's that the market will support the project.

Rent:They cant rent because they have 2 Great Danes and the vast majorty of landlords would like not support the idea of two small horses living in the house.Buy:They would have 200k ($165k after paying their tax bill).

We have no alimony, child support or maintenance agreement.I have reviewed HUD 4000.1.

@Joanne Eriaku @Anthony Dadlani thanks for the support!

It seems that no matter the purchase price, in order to get these numbers the rent will have to be higher than the area can support.

I plan to grow a real estate portfolio in the future to the point where I can support myself comfortably throughout my entire life and leave my day job.