I know some complaints that I've heard from MTR tenants is parking and safety in midtown and downtown.

Once you have built up a safety net, you can try looking into deals or property costs to understand the cost of what you're getting into. 

Are you the dare devil type or are you "safety sally" looking for sure bet's?

And then you look at food or generally the quality of life for most people, it could be so much better! 

i am stuck on which strategy is best for me in acquiring my first investment property. i am 18 years old, in my first year of my electrical apprenticeship. being a first year i am not making enough money to save cash and pay my car payment/insurance every month, and other needs: gas, food, etc. i want to get my first property this year and i thought that house hacking would be the right move for me. i found a duplex that rents $1,250 and already has two tenants inside of it but to be able to afford a down payment realistically i would have to use my FHA and jump in the other side. after talking to some people around me i would be having to pay quite a bit out of pocket every month for the mortgage and i just don't make enough money right now to do that. i want to be great more than anything in this world. this is all i think about all day every day and it drives me crazy. i have to acquire a property this year to satisfy myself. i just don't have the right people around me to help me make the right decisions in the real estate market, so i am trying to figure out all of this on my own and it is getting overwhelming. with my situation what would be the best strategy to aquire a property this year. i am not submitting to saving money for years, i have to do this. i made a promise to myself. 

They also ensure legal compliance with landlord-tenant and fair housing laws, manage eviction processes, and oversee safety regulations.Effective tenant relations and communication are also key, encompassing handling inquiries and complaints, providing regular updates, and resolving conflicts.Considering these comprehensive responsibilities is important when deciding between self-management and hiring a property management service.

Quote from @Lauren Kormylo: This is all great food for thought ... thank you!

Material possessions come and go, safety must always remain the highest priority.

I would likely keep $100k of it as a safety net to live off of for the first year without my day job.

Your personal safety and security are your personal responsibility.