But using FHA for a year then moving, renting it out, and buying with a VA loan after that would be a way to quickly get two loans with basically no money out of pocket. 

Real quick, can you elaborate a little on one of your points?

What you are overlooking is that you going to need some skin in the game...its usually called MOOLA...

I have an appointment to go check out this property but want to make sure that if indeed I do want to pull the  trigger on putting the home under contract, I can find a cash buyer quickly.

I don't know why but I do know the top contributors feature can change Quickly.

That usually gives me enough room to win some, lose some, and still net out around equal.Also, as you get involved in this silly little game you'll start to get a feel for what it costs to do certain tasks and you will naturally be able to get a feel for costs. 

Redfin is very easy to use if it's in your target market and is refreshed from MLS very quickly.

I'm not losing my shirt at this stage in the game because I cheaped out on insurance!

Quick advise for someone who has not obtained a deal yet? 

Amazing how quickly new tools are popping up.