If I have several options, I would prefer a HELOC with no initial draw requirements (i.e. to establish a literal line of credit that I have no specific short term plans to use), i.e. not something like the better.com HELOC. 

I've got a long term tenant lined up & the unit is a non smoking unit, which the applicant is aware & fine with for indoor.

As a VA, you’d want to build on that by getting familiar with tools that real estate professionals use.

I'll pm you on the store.

There have been a few comments along the lines of "new homes aren't built with the same quality as old homes".

Take time to learn through military-focused resources like Military House Hacking or Active Duty Passive Income, and connect with other military investors online or on base.

I'm working on my first transaction.... we shall see.  

I was looking for something along those lines to affirm what I was experiencing.

As you embark on this adventure, it's important to equip yourself with knowledge and a solid strategy.

Please be aware if you buy an investment property and do not live in MD, when you go to sell it you will pay an 8% tax at settlement.  If you live in the home for 2 out of the past 5 years and move out of state you ma...