I almost posted a couple of days ago that BOIR was back in play - glad I held off!

We focused on where we went wrong with the first couple of homes we purchased.

So cash flow is my least preferred of the RE return sources.  

Couple is splitting up and one is wanting to stay. 

@Jared Galde we actually have a couple of units in the Midwest and are looking to add several more.

Couple this with the fact that values are appreciating (even in the interior neighborhoods) and it becomes a great opportunity all the way around.  

We've had a couple HVAC techs recharge the refrigerant and one recommended replacing the entire system.

Same thing with any investor you get in bed with.With time you can work some equity into those rentals and when interest rates come down you will be in a better spot to sell a couple SFHs.   

One of my early properties barely broke even, but after a couple of years, rent hikes and expense optimization turned it into a strong performer.For cash flow benchmarks, I usually aim for $200-$300 per unit, but your situation.. house hacking.. offers unique benefits like reduced living expenses and quicker equity buildup.

She will do as much or as little as you prefer