First House Hack Complete — Officially a New Landlord!!

First House Hack Complete — Officially a New Landlord!!

Member since 2025 · 24 posts · 11 votes

Hi everyone,

I just want to thank everyone in this forum who has shared guidance and knowledge throughout my real estate journey. I’ve been a longtime listener of the BiggerPockets podcast, and that’s where I really started learning about the different strategies to invest in real estate.

Yesterday, I closed on a multifamily property with two units and strong upside potential, including the opportunity to add a third unit. After 8 years in the military, I was able to leverage my VA loan benefits to purchase my first investment property and officially start building my real estate portfolio through house hacking.

I’m proud to say I’m now a new landlord. This is just the beginning, and I’m excited to keep learning and growing with the BP community.

If anyone has questions about using a VA loan or getting started with house hacking, feel free to reach out.

Best,
Juan

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  • Aaron ZimmermanBusiness Member
    Accountant · Chicago, IL · Member since 2018 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    7mo

    Congrats! Now the hard part begins of operating the deal successfully. Best of luck and looking forwsrd to seeing your updates! 

  • Member since 2025 · 24 posts · 11 votes
    7mo

    Thank you!

  • Real Estate Broker · Atlanta · Member since 2024 · 1k+ posts · 606 votes
    7mo

    Juan, congratulations, that is a huge milestone. Leveraging your VA benefits to house hack a multifamily is a smart strategic move, especially with value add potential for a third unit.

    Wishing you strong cash flow, smooth tenant management and continued growth as you scale your portfolio.

  • Member since 2025 · 24 posts · 11 votes
    7mo

    Thank you Janice!

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