I bought a primary residence in October 2023 with the goal of living in it for a little bit and then selling it for a profit.

Haven’t lived in the metroplex since undergrad.  

Okay, to the answer you're probably looking for...Here in MKE, many of my clients (and tons of other live-in investors) are certainly finding House-Hack success.

This innovative approach to housing development is not just a response to market conditions but a strategic solution to address the pressing needs of renters and investors alike.The Sunbelt, encompassing states like Florida, Texas, Arizona, and California, has long been a beacon for those seeking warmth, opportunity, and a lower cost of living.

They live the furthest from the property and will be their first investment deal.

I live in Chicago and plan to buy my first house hack by end of year/beginning of next year.Looking forward to learn from all of you!

And others have pointed out that building in flood zones can be much more expensive with special permits, requirements like living area starting above base flood elevation, probably more than the $25K difference in the lot that's not in a flood zone.  

I live here and am a Realtor in Baldwin County.

I have lived on the west coast of Florida for a total of 15 yrs.

There are attorneys who make their living by hiring people to apply for rentals and going after landlords who don't have a clearly documented procedure.