It really helped us a bunch as we got started a year ago.

Loan Closing Process & Borrower Forms: Soft quotes, hard quotes, loan application, underwriting period, standard loan forms, loan commitment, rate lock, loan closing, time to close (start to finish), etc.8. 

Unfortunately, with the number of pivots that are publicized and at inexperienced investor’s disposal, there’s never been more avenues for inexperienced investors to hold on too long.I hope inexperienced investors are mindful of this because I am constantly interacting with investors who are falling for these traps and doing immense harm to themselves, even if they may not be fully aware at the time of their decisions.It's crucial for investors, especially those just starting out, to recognize that not every investment will pan out as hoped (unlike what the gurus will tell you).

Personally, I started off getting referrals from other real estate investors when building my team but eventually found and added my own people to my network over time.

The seller offered financing with 20% down, which I used to buy the place.After starting construction and realizing it was going to cost more than expected, I approached a small local bank that knew the property and would offer the rehab financing. 

My son currently lives in the townhouse b/c he is going to school and works in the area.Since he is young and starting out in life, I would like for him to only cover the basic costs (taxes, HOA, utilities) just enough for me to break even (I believe that will put him slightly little lower than market rent rates). 

Back in the day of my early start I got in "on tour" with Nouveau Riche. 

You have an excellent jump start- the VA loan is such an amazing tool to get the ball rolling.

My advice would be to start small and do your research.

It's time to start the process as everyone else mentioned above.