You might find a local credit union or community bank that will go to 95 -100%.At one point I called 2 different VA Regional Loan Centers regarding this section in the VA lenders handbook:Assumability - The second mortgage should not restrict theVeteran’s ability to sell the property any more thanthe VA first mortgage.

Improve the location and appreciation potential. 

In previous roles, I was responsible for the asset management, capital improvement, repair, and maintenance of an ANG Fighter Base worth over $400M.

Many municipalities allow appeals, and the savings can be substantial if successful.Pro Tip: Work with a tax advisor or attorney familiar with local property tax laws to improve your chances of winning an appeal.2.

Yes, but the 3rd option is I pay the remaining seller note principle in cash via my own savings/lines of credit. 

Most wholesalers do not have the means to pay their credit card bills not to mention purchase a multimillion-dollar real estate investment.

I wouldn't be opposed to having a little skin in the game (closing costs, inspections, etc) I would be living there paying market rent and doing the improvements myself.

Tyler,Within my 20 years of experience as a landlord, if I had $150k and good credit, I’d focus on either flips for fast capital or rentals for long-term cash flow—trying both at once can slow you down.

If you have some capital, income, and decent credit, buy a 4-5 bedroom house and rent bedrooms. 

It depends. all you talked about was the property but financing is more about the borrower, their experience, their credit, the cash available etc.