Skip to content
×
PRO Members Get
Full Access
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
ANNUAL Save 16%
$32.50 /mo
$390 billed annualy
MONTHLY
$39 /mo
billed monthly
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime.
Level up your investing with Pro
Explore exclusive tools and resources to start, grow, or optimize your portfolio.
~$5,000+ potential annual savings on vetted partner products
10+ deal analysis calculators with ready-to-share reports
Lawyer-reviewed leases for every state ($99/package value)
Pro badge for priority visibility in the Forums

Let's keep in touch

Subscribe to our newsletter for timely insights and actionable tips on your real estate journey.

By signing up, you indicate that you agree to the BiggerPockets Terms & Conditions
Followed Discussions Followed Categories Followed People Followed Locations
Real Estate Deal Analysis & Advice
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated over 5 years ago on . Most recent reply

User Stats

419
Posts
542
Votes
Erik Browning
  • Lender
  • CO CA TX WA ID OR
542
Votes |
419
Posts

SFH Rental Using a VA Renovation Loan

Erik Browning
  • Lender
  • CO CA TX WA ID OR
Posted

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Gilbert.

Purchase price: $285,000
Cash invested: $50,000

Lived in this house and made many repairs/upgrades. Finishing up work this July and will rent it out asap.

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

BRRRR

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

MLS using a VA Renovation loan to finance the 1st phase of work.

How did you finance this deal?

VA Renovation Loan

How did you add value to the deal?

Kitchen, Master bath, flooring upgrades. New A/C, updated landscaping, paint, new fixtures, upgraded plumbing, popcorn ceiling removal, new windows, doggy door, pool repairs, pool fencing.

What was the outcome?

Turning into a rental.

Lessons learned? Challenges?

Should have completed all the repairs at the beginning instead of waiting for cash to accumulate. Should have wrapped all costs into the loan at the beginning since I used the VA Renovation Loan.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

My agent was of poor quality, would not recommend.

Most Popular Reply

User Stats

994
Posts
541
Votes
Paul Welden
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Tempe, AZ
541
Votes |
994
Posts
Paul Welden
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Tempe, AZ
Replied

@Paul Giblin No update yet from VA on the VA Renovation loan being reinstated

Loading replies...