08/27/2026
š WHAT IF YOUR FIRST HOME COULD HELP PAY FOR ITSELF?
Hereās a homebuying strategy that doesnāt get enough attention: buying a 2ā4 unit property, living in one unit, and renting out the others.
For qualified buyers, certain mortgage programs may allow you to purchase a multi-unit property as your primary residence ā and potential rental income from the other units may even be considered when qualifying, subject to program guidelines.
Instead of simply making a mortgage payment each month, you could be starting your journey as both a homeowner AND a real estate investor. šš
Itās certainly not the right strategy for everyone, but for the right buyer? It can open up an entirely different way to think about buying your first home.