First-Time House Hack – Looking for Advice on 3–4 Unit Purchase in Houston

[Nomal Samaraweera]

Hello folks,

My goal is to purchase my first rental property, ideally a 3–4 unit multifamily. Given today's rates and prices, I realize an FHA loan with 3.5% down may not be realistic, so I've been exploring the Home Possible loan option instead.

I’ll be buying in the Houston area and I’m also considering Airbnbing the units I don’t occupy.

Does anyone here have experience with this, or recommendations on what I should be looking into before moving forward? I’ve been doing my own due diligence, but any advice or resources for further education would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance.