This is going to be highly dependent on the market you're investing in.I have 12-doors in Detroit, 1 of which I run as a STR.

Your listed markets are the ones I know the most about.

House hacking can be a powerful strategy to build wealth and financial independence. 

My goal would be to make a higher return in the next 5-7 years, lock in current market prices, avoid some selling fees, and free up more cash right now for an opportunity that I have an eye on that looks more profitable.

Highlights and AdvantagesNew Roof: Installed 4 months ago.Potential to Add Value: Through strategic renovations including adding a full bathroom and bedroom.Attractive Market: High demand for updated properties in Hixson, TN.9.

Super excited and definitely wanted to learn more and do more in this market! 

The details are controlled by Section 483 of the Internal Revenue Code.https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/26/483Some bloggers, YouTubers, gurus etc. mistakenly refer to two other sections of the tax code, so let me address this confusion.Section 7872, also described in IRS Publication 550 as "below-market loans."

We just (re)developed similar technology for our Market Finder.

Should I just go back to getting the property rented out completely and then market it for sale?

The buyer will agree to pay some monthly amount higher than the market rent, to offset the cost of the property when the purchase happens.