If you feel like you can set your self up for success with this other approach and be more competitive to purchase your first house hack, then I would say go for it.

For someone self managing though an LLC may not give you the shield of armor you think it does, if you are negligent and I am renting from you I'm suing both. 

If you're serious about buying an investment property ask your self what can I sacrifice today to make it happen?

I am trying to self manage, but  I am sooo confused about the taxes.

Just be aware if you have a personal loan on the property and self manage, it can be hard to separate yourself from the property for liability.

This is important for your journey ahead.Step 2: Know yourSELFNow’s the time for a little bit of honest self-reflection.

You have to remember that the uncertainty creates anxiety...which leads to possible irrational behavior...meaning tenants default to self-preservation and will do everything possible to resist change....not saying your tenants will do this, but keeping them informed will make everything run smooth.HERE is a doc we provide to all tenants of occupied units (specific to my state)

You have to rollover those funds into self-directed IRA first, then you can invest into alternative assets such as real estate and more.

I always maxed 401k plans and IRA contributions and my now retired self is thanking my younger self.

I’d be looking to change jobs and/or talk to the employer.Ya or be self employed like me and work 7 days a week 10 to 12 hours a day and then when clients need something at 9pm be readyor they are east coast and call you who live on the west coast at 5 am ..