Want to buy first property but cannot house hack due to job

[Kevin Hernandez]

Hi All - I'm looking to get into real estate this year in the NJ market, but have to continue living in NYC due to job, social, etc (at least for now).

I've considered investing in a multi-family vs. a SFR in a few towns that I am familiar with due to growing up in NJ. Any advice or thoughts on this? Should I still pursue in this type of market even though I likely won't be house hacking and will have to do 20% down, etc.

Thanks for your thoughts.