I assist clients in figuring out methods to finance real estate, and house hacking is my bread and butter.Something i've done personally and continue to help new inspiring investors do every day.

Personally, I have a boutique investment company.

House hacking will also give you some personal "property management" experience.

BP is a great place to start however I feel in person gets you further.

Guiding, advising, meeting in person, hours on the phone, discounting on property price and services.Properties appraised for more than you paid, you sold for more than you paid.

We have a person on board with a degree in design, so we usually tweak the floor plans for sight lines and function.

I'm further assuming that both your personal home, and the property, are both in Lancaster County. 

Make sure to ask the bank if they will report the business card to your personal credit report. 

I agree that there is no standard on estimating expenses but the closest thing to a standard is the 50% rule.  

Hey Anthony, I am a Real Estate Agent and investor based in Columbus and personally grew up in Cleveland .