After you internalize this concept, we can then talk about time value of money and NPV - which is a big reason why you wouldn't want to accelerate pay-down of your mortgage. 

James and his people who manage the program are nice and give basic sales and negotiation advice but not much that moves the needle in any situation.

I'm new to the concept of house hacking and I'm trying to figure out where is the best place to  market to house hackers. 

Instead of a traditional mortgage, you’re basically buying with a line of credit secured by the house.

You’ve just joined one of the most supportive communities for learning and growing as a real estate investor.If you’re just starting out, our beginner guides are a great place to learn the basics: biggerpockets.com/guides.

Basically- As investors, we're hosed.

YouTube-wise, look up Rod Khleif or Multifamily Mindset  both break down concepts well.Also, networking here and asking about real-life case studies is gold  happy to connect and share what I’m learning too.

If you’re new to short-term rentals, here are some solid resources to get you started:✅ Airbnb & Vrbo Host Resource Centers – Perfect for learning the basics straight from the platforms.✅ YouTube channels like Robuilt and Airbnb Automated – Practical, step-by-step tips from experienced hosts.✅ Books like The Airbnb Expert’s Playbook – A great intro to hosting fundamentals.✅ Online communities (Facebook groups, Reddit’s r/Airbnb) – Learn from real hosts sharing what works and what doesn’t.Focus first on guest experience, pricing strategy, and local regulations—those are the pillars of a successful STR business.I can also share my top 5 beginner mistakes to avoid if you’d like—just let me know! 

The concern is there is a company with that name as well so are you referring to them or the general concept?

From what I hear, the same issues keep coming up:Tenants complain if halls, stairs, or laundry areas aren’t maintained.Owners don’t always know about damage, leaks, or safety issues until they’ve already become expensive.Doing the cleaning yourself (or relying on tenants) isn’t reliable long term.I’ve been helping some Philly landlords with regular common space cleaning, and one thing they value is that it doubles as basic property oversight.