I do not want to set a standard that rent will remain the same forever if this ends up being a tenant that stays for years.

Good rental market* ( BP won’t allow me to edit my post title. )Hello,I'm looking to invest in a property for house hacking or to live in for 1-2 years before converting to a rental.

I am the sole owner of our house.

That is exciting to hear about your goal to house hack a duplex.

I am looking to find an apartment/house that I can self-manage around the area but I am running into the permitting issue. 

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If it's low-income housing, it typically involves higher risk, but if you have good, trustworthy tenants, the hassle of changing locks might not be worthwhile.

Planning ahead and staying financially disciplined now will set you up for successful growth in the years to come.

Depending on how you have things set up, there are lots of great options! 

@Jason BabosIf you have the capital for the down payment, and reserves set aside for the unknown, and willing to put in the work, then I don't see why you can't.Are you prepared from a business perspective is the more important question.