Having them join me in the house hack isn’t an option, as I can’t afford a place with enough bedrooms in a single unit in the areas I want to live.

i’m referring to multiple bedrooms for student housing in the scenario.

Midterm and long term rentals in that area are doing well, we are midterming a 1 bedroom for $3000 and renting 2 bedrooms long term for $2700-3000. 

Find a duplex or even SFR that has ample room and zoning to add more units.

One in our guest bedroom and one my son is using at college.They have been pretty great!

In Northern VA I think new construction townhomes are a great option with 3-5 bedrooms. 

My gut tells me that Texas, particularly Austin and Houston, could be where the next wave of growth and expansion occurs, mainly driven by strong business and job creation trends.Here’s what I’m looking for in my US investments:Free-standing houses with a good land component, at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and in well-maintained condition.Yielding over 6%, with a slight cash flow positive outcome, while also offering medium-term capital appreciation potential.Holding for at least 5 years or more, with a view towards steady growth.The long-term goal is financial independence, reducing reliance on salary-based income, and building assets during this accumulation phase.Debt reduction is on the horizon—looking to consolidate and start winding down debt within the next 7 years.If anyone has experience investing in the Texas real estate market or any tips on navigating US property investments, feel free to share your thoughts!

The footprint of the building is about 1600 sq feet, so I think I may be able to put a couple bedrooms up there, making a third floor.

Maybe look into properties that have 3 or 4 bedrooms with 1.5 baths and the potential to convert the half bath to a full bathroom. 

Their house is 2400 sqft; 4 bedroom, 3 bath with space in basement that could be an apartment or be used as a nice Airbnb; it's in a development with an HOA.