Acquisition using cash, leasing up the property, and selling it to a traditional financed buyer is one of the most effective methods of value-add investing in the MFH space.

So, this post does not deal with Lease with Option to purchase.Second - The Wisconsin A.G. clearly was not happy with RTO, but they were even more unhappy with the method in which the company conducted its business.

Very viable method, but needs to be fully vetted and solid timelines for your flip have to be firmly established.

Only the gain greater than the recapture income is reported on the installment method.

Wayne Brooks yes, I didn't see this method as a shortcut from due diligence.

What other methods could I use to finance a property that already cash flows and buying it under current market value?

Have you read about the BRRRR method?

Ask the loan agent what the most optimum method is.

I want to purchase a small multi-family property in the next 6 months and to use the house hacking method to its full potential. 

Since bulk owners often purchase units by these methods, board members who are bulk owners will no longer be able to add to their portfolio in this way.