I figure if I can get really good at helping people design shared home plans, then maybe I can create a business around it.There’s no pressure or obligation here—this is just an opportunity for me to learn and help. 

There's no magic line of "good" or "bad" house hacking.

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

Buying a piece of heavy equipment like an excavator or Bobcat can definitely save you money long-term if you're going to continue to use it frequently.

I'm new to BP and trying to build a team as I dive into more frequent and long-term profitable REI.I've been doing SFH rentals over the last 15-18 years, but it's all been very traditionally financed (ho hum, 30 yr fixed) and as such has limited my ability to invest more frequently, and grow a portfolio.I'm here to learn how to use more creative financing strategies (private money lending, Sub-to, seller financing) to acquire 2-3 units (duplexes, tri) and 5+ multifamily properties. 

There are a lot of good answers here! 

That sounds too good to be true.

Long term rentals, I believe are the easiest, especially in a college town.

Good day, BP family!

Treat it as you would a processing error from a valued vendor and u are in a good spot.