As a bonus, prior to close, we had already lined up a tenant and had the lease signed so the lender was able to use that rental amount instead of relying on estimates to give us an extra buffer in case something was slightly off.

Focus on ONE strategy, put it into play, get good then branch into other strategies. 

Many call appreciation plays gambling or the like.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/investors-flock-to-self-storage-rental-housing-as-safety-plays-11583780432?

So, as long as you play by the rules, you can have several VA loans at the same time.

I need to start by saying I am not a tax professional nor do I play one on TV.

- I read in BP that the agent doesn't matter much, as it doesn't play a role when a claim is filed.

Purchase price: $110,000 Cash invested: $100,0001939 and 1930 historic homes I restored and rent, The two story is now AirBnB and the bonus is that half of the large lot is empty.

My assumption is now revenue will come into play and I will have easier access to capital and banks will focus on revenue instead of tax returns.

And you can play hit and miss with contractors.