I think house hacking with a VA is still well worth it. 

I know, nitpicky, but if you have a chance. might as well make it perfect :-)Be patient, if your area is a popular one, you will definitely fill up and stay full.

Love the name.. and an architect as well.

If you want to invest in a self storage syndication, I recommend you consider Paul Moore with Wellings Capital.

My wife and I are moving to the area as well and looking at our next investment.

.: Emotionally..... pay off your primary.Financially..... use the $$ to buy assets that make you $$...hands down a smarter use of your capital Especially if your interest rate is well below what the current rates have been. 

But he will there after if things go well. 

My wife and I have a few homes near campus we use as student rentals and they certainly perform well.

I don’t think well maintained, well run properties that have rents at or close to market value should ever be that difficult to sell.

But I'm glad i can help and I'm currently looking in (Texas) my market as well for a Single family and possibly multifamily.