Buying a second property

[Gray Dyer]

I am moving out of state for a job opportunity and plan on buy a multifamily house to house hack in this new state. I currently own a home on a VA loan that I plan keeping an renting, at least until the market turns, how do I ensure I can qualify for a second loan? Does the first house have to be under a lease before I can do this? Does the second home being a multifamily make a difference? Thanks.