If you start buying at that 200k level then you are talking the life cycle costing 45k+.I looked into the major markets in Texas: Houston, SA, Dallas/Ft WorthHere is the issue there, as I have talked to many agents and contractors in those markets. 

What was done without permits, what was done haphazardly, what is behind walls or unseen that can cause you issues later. 

With a substantial portion of this debt held by banks and regulators pushing for decreased exposure to CRE, liquidity becomes a pressing issue.

While they don't look at your DTI, they will, at least initially while building a relationship with the lender, check your credit score which will affect your rate.Line of Credit - Most banks will want to see you in business for 12-18 months before issuing you a Business LOC.

I house hacked with 4 roommates (at one point split my bedroom and had a 5th roommate) and it wasn't fun, came home and had to deal with issues, fixed problems, had some awkward/difficult encounters, but it was all part of the process and well worth it. 

Did you have any issues with the tenants that quit paying the monthly fee?

@Phil Shelton are you a 5% or greater owner of the company that issues you a W2? 

The repairs are an issue that you could get beat up on if they are in bad shape for new buyers.

My wife I house hacked to financial freedom in a relatively short period of time. 

Airbnb has told me if there is an issue when they leave I have to fill out their form to see if I can get reimbursed.