House Hacking The American Dream: A Blueprint for Building Wealth Through Multi-Unit Real Estate In a world where traditional homeownership has become increasingly unaffordable, House Hacking The American Dream challenges the outdated belief that your first home must be a single-family house. Instead, Lavon Woods introduces a proven strategy to build wealth faster and smarter: multi-unit real estate investing. With his combined expertise as a licensed mortgage broker, experienced real estate investor, and builder, Lavon delivers a practical roadmap that empowers first-time homebuyers, aspiring investors, and even seasoned flippers to transform their housing expenses into income-generating assets. This isn't just another real estate book-it's a financial freedom playbook. Lavon breaks down complex lending guidelines, financing tools, and tax-saving strategies into actionable steps you can apply immediately. You'll learn how to leverage low-down-payment loans like FHA, VA, and Conventional financing, maximize rental income, and strategically use forced appreciation to grow equity faster than ever before. Through real-life stories, personal lessons, and proven financial models, House Hacking The American Dream equips you with the tools to: * Turn your first property into a multi-unit income stream. * Maximize tax benefits to legally reduce or eliminate your liability. * Scale your portfolio systematically with strategic refinancing. * Leverage advanced techniques like depreciation, cost segregation, and creative financing. Whether you're planning to build new construction, renovate an existing property, or optimize a single-family home with ADUs, this book provides the clarity, confidence, and coaching mindset to help you succeed. You'll also get access to Lavon's insights on building long-term generational wealth while sidestepping costly mistakes. If you're ready to escape the cycle of paycheck-to-paycheck living and build true financial independence, this book is your guide. It's time to stop working for your money and start letting your money work for you-one house hack at a time. It's time to stop dreaming and start house hacking your way to financial independence. Key Takeaways: 1. Master the House Hacking Strategy: Learn how to live affordably while tenants cover your mortgage, turning your largest expense into a wealth-building asset. 2. Accelerate Wealth with Forced Appreciation: Use strategic improvements to create equity instantly and supercharge your net worth. 3. Tax Strategies That Save Thousands: Understand depreciation, cost segregation, and IRS tax benefits designed for real estate investors. 4. Smart Financing Secrets: Explore FHA, VA, and Conventional loans tailored for multi-unit properties to maximize your purchasing power. 5. Play Monopoly in Real Life: Build, borrow, and grow your portfolio systematically, turning small properties into larger income-generating assets. This book isn't just about homeownership-it's about building a life where your assets create freedom, security, and legacy. Get ready to unlock the doors to your financial future with House Hacking The American Dream.