House hacking is a great way to get started investing.There are tons of advantages to being a realtor while being an investor.

A lot of refinancing in the marketplace to take advantage of the lower interest rates. 

First of all I was able to take advantage 5 years ago and took a 15 year 2.75% interest rate on our Mortgage, our payment went up approx. $500 (due to a promotion I received) and in addition we have regularly paid anywhere from $30-$150 extra principle a month when we can- because I am SO desperate to pay our mortgage off before we are 60!

You could absolutely become an agent and use that to your advantage to become an investor, you eliminate the middle man essentially, but you do have to have a broker to hang your license and that means fees.

There is a LOT of support if you want to take advantage of it.

I would love to take advantage of current market rates to better leverage my capital and expand my portfolio of buy and hold properties.

Having a W2 job has its advantages.

I have never owned a home so I am hoping to take advantage of any first time home buyer programs in the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia).I’m thinking a multi unit will probably be my best bet in order to catchup.Below I have a few questions for the more seasoned folks:-how does qualifying for loan work when you are expecting income from tenants-how do you find properties (they go fast here in DC)-how do I figure out if it is a good deal or not based on the numbers-should I pursue a commercial property and co timid to rent?

Would like to refi to take advantage of lower rates.

I wouldn't say it gives me a huge advantage. but I'm glad I have it.