In a short verse, I don't have the numbers :( but in general I just don't know if what I want to do in the long run which is BRRRR would be a good idea if I start with utilizing a VA LOAN for a duplex to begin with.  

Also, I put stock in the fact that I can manage things well and that I try to operate above reproach.

I just did one for like 28k, was a little short on a closing cash purchase. 

Consider different strategies like mid and short term rentals as I believe the Portland area would allow for success in both (although I have heard Portland proper is tough on STRs).Best of luck!

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If its general information, Bigger Pockets has a ton of info that you can learn at your own speed, just type "STR" or "Short Term Rental" in the search bar and a bunch of info will show up. 

Also, first thing, AirBNB is a platform where you list your Short Term Rental. 

@Jason Baker I attended the University of North Texas in Denton, Tx shortly after high school.

. - Are most of your loans short-term/interest-only, or are they more complex (e.g., longer-term, amortized, require escrow, commonly modified b/c of prepayments, etc.)? 

It does eliminate the need to add chlorine but the chlorinators (Pentair IntelliChlor) have a fairly short lifespan.