Owner Occupied Duplex

[Billy Daniel]

Hi all! I've recently learned that I could be relocating to the Dallas area due to a job transfer. I have some time before that will happen, but I wanted to get some advice on purchasing a duplex or triplex. Specifically, are banks a bit more lenient if they know you will be renting out part of your property when it comes to approving a loan? Especially if I have little to no money down.....

I used a VA loan to purchase my first house nearly two years ago (it will be past the two year point by the time I'm ready to buy). Am I allowed to have more than one VA loan?

Thanks in advance for the input! I'm open to any suggestions!