And typically long term rentals don't make it easy to include property management fees into the numbers and have them still work well.I would consider looking into STR type areas where you can avoid the risk of property damages (str and pm insurance covers almost everything that they might damage) and evictions/collections.   

I'd suggest avoiding co-ops if you want the option to rent it out later.

Key Steps Before ProceedingContact the Loan Servicer: They will guide you through the assumption process and confirm whether an entity can participate.Consult an Attorney: If you’re considering title transfers or joint ventures, an attorney familiar with VA loans can help you navigate potential risks.Understand Due-On-Sale Clauses: Ensure any post-assumption changes comply with the loan terms to avoid triggering repayment demands.Final ThoughtsVA loans are a unique and valuable financing tool, but the program’s focus on personal borrowers makes entity-based assumptions unlikely.

Opinion, avoid historical districts...

Again PMI offers the lower rate because its less risky and offers insurance to the bank.So when you sell your current home try and keep as much as possible and avoid an "All Cash" offer.

This is a small campaign so I want to avoid paying for a service.Any advice or examples would be greatly appreciated. 

My main goal was avoiding public voices against it.

As for the sale aspect, the market has softened up a little bit for sellers, but some of that is time of year.

I think that the biggest take-away for me in the project is to avoid crawl spaces - I am claustrophobic and hate to enter crawl spaces anymore. 

That way you avoid using a lender and do not have to pay lender or loan officer points.