When to House Hack

[Anthony DelVecchio]

I currently live in Virginia, but do not see myself here long term. I want to move to North Carolina or Florida within the next year (depending on where I can land a job). When should I start House hacking? I hear some people say you need to live in an area for a year or so to get the feel of it before you purchase a property. 

[Russell Brazil]

Quote from @Anthony DelVecchio:

I currently live in Virginia, but do not see myself here long term. I want to move to North Carolina or Florida within the next year (depending on where I can land a job). When should I start House hacking? I hear some people say you need to live in an area for a year or so to get the feel of it before you purchase a property. 

 Time in the market is the #1 determinanent of building wealth. So sooner the better.