Crazy idea - How about asking your tax professional instead of a bunch of people on this blog that have no clue about if you qualify for RE professional status?

Do people want to move there.

You might also be able to employ a short term rental strategy to increase cashflow-- sporting events, conferences, homecomings, graduation, etc. always attract people to the area.Ask around and try to find people who are investing in Amherst/Northampton and connect with agents in the area to see what's working.

@Dave Ivery New people can and should buy RE but the ROI is less.

Is it a good idea to form an LLC to buy your first house hack?If so what are the advantages and disadvantages?What are some things that you can write off?Any feedback helps, Thank you BP fam!! 

God bless them, they are often wonderful waiters and hair dressers and service people and . . . .  

The applicant never bothered to call us and verify.It is sad to see scammers take advantage of people and steal like this.

People pick rentals based on location and price.    

People will mention you can make it a rental for a short period and then still sell but… Why do that?

Don't let her in until you see a few months of checks in her hand.