Cash Flowing in a House Hack

[Cole Welch]

What are investors' thoughts on cash flowing a house hack? I have been attempting to analyze duplexes, triplexes, and quads. Should my goal be to simply cover the mortgage plus a little extra, or should I be looking to cash flow something after all expenses (CapEx, repairs, vacancy, my utilities, etc.) are considered? I am having trouble finding a way to cash flow as I would theoretically be losing out on the rent of one unit (mine). I may try to AirBnB a spare room should that opportunity arise, but I'm really interested in hearing how others have handled the analysis on the front end to make sure the deal accomplishes the goal of "living for free and becoming level one Financially Independent". Thanks in advance for insights provided!

[Anthony Wick]

My house hack of a duplex didn't cash flow while I lived in it. I still had to pay about 35% of the mortgage, after the other side paid rent. But, it was $450 cheaper for me per month than when I was renting. Run your numbers for after you move out. Does it cash flow then?