VC firms typically do not do real estate, maybe a family office but that relationship takes a good amount of time to build and as you mentioned they will want to see experience.This is a hard question, but I ask them - what are you bringing to the table?

  $50 a month is $600 a year and if the rear unit is $170-270 below market, you're leaving that on the table. 

Having said that, what are you and your husband bringing to the table for this deal?

House Hacking via VA loan and 2nd home are on the table, but I am not limiting to that.3-year goal:-Look towards multi-family property or opportunities to build ADUs.

Long term rates already have a .75 BPS to 100 BPS increase in margin spread do to risk, that will come off the table soon and lower rates just based off that and that would put my 30 year fixed rate in the 5.25% to 5.5% ish range. 

With excitement in the air, they gather around the table to sign the final documents that will officially seal the deal.

I would add to everyone's point you want to find your strengths and what you bring to the the table and then surround yourself around other people who can help you with the gaps  You're going to need deals, contractors and capital.  

Or if you are experienced and you have relationship with lenders, your leverage can be extended so that you are required to bring less cash to the table. 

Why is it that they are comfortable being recognized as the owners with far more assets on the table and  then smaller property owners spend money and effort to conceal their identities? 

Leaving $25-75 a month on the table to avoid a $1,500 loss of occupancy and a $2,000 unit turn bill is a smart choice.Best of luck with your new tenant!