Consulting with local housing authorities, a real estate professional, or a Loan Officer (such as myself) experienced in Section 8 housing can provide valuable insights and guidance tailored to your specific situation, helping you navigate the program effectively while protecting your financial interests as a landlord.Let me know if you would like to discuss further or if you have any more questions I might be able to answer.

I'd love to help you as you navigate this market here in Fort Worth. 

I run the FB group Philadelphia Landlords Connect -2000+ small investors who have a variety of experiences that they share and help each other to find good contractors, navigate city laws... 

These professionals can provide valuable insights and help you navigate the complexities of real estate investing.Research the market: Start by researching different markets across the country to identify areas with strong rental demand, affordable property prices, and potential for appreciation.

A growing population indicates a healthy real estate market with potential for appreciation.2) Waterfront Properties: Cape Coral is a waterfront community with over 400 miles of navigable canals.

Wishing you and your mom all the best in navigating this difficult life challenge.

Any thoughts and suggestions as I navigate what seems to be an obstacle as a new wholesaler?

Make sure they have several so they can help you navigate through issue that will certainly come up. 

However, your situation—having a full VA loan, ample savings, and a pre-approval in a competitive range—puts you in a strong position to navigate these challenges.Given your circumstances and goals, buying a home could indeed be a way to build equity for yourself rather than paying rent that contributes to someone else's mortgage.

Many months of rates moving at most a few basis points a week morphed into dramatic, massive movements—with bigger changes sometimes happening in one day than had occurred in quarters or years prior.Real estate investors navigating the challenging market of 2024—with mortgage rates still at elevated levels—are at an advantage when they can lock in financing terms or plan purchases while DSCR loan rates are favorable.