This home was located in a zip code that is notorious for its ultra-modern design (though those homes are still sitting for sale).

We had to bring the 1925 house to 2023 code which involved un-installing 26 windows that were already nicely installed (in appearance) in the house, reframing them to 2023 standards (at the time) which also involved strapping the bottom of the wood framing with metal straps (mind you this all after we had already completed the inside renovation).  

So, it's still NOT a good idea to try to invest by zip codes - which are too big in our opinion/experience.

You're dealing with two parts of the IRS code.1.

A reasonably good source is AVVO.com by zip code and expertise.  

Tax code should never be the sole driver, or even a primary driver, in investing.

I believe the code says "if a veteran holds legal title to a property secured by a VA loan but does not possess equitable title, this situation is considered 'not a disposition."

As you begin your REI journey here is one tip I have for you:Use this website as you are trying to narrow down the places you want to invest in. https://www.areavibes.com/Its awesome because it gives you a "total livability score" & you can compare different zip codes & streets to others. 

We don’t sell property, but I can recommend the two gentlemen who replied to your post, as they know the STR 34747 zip code well. 

The marketing/advertising firm, aka RE broker, is not the expert in building codes, zoning, structural engineering, neighborhood safety, etc.As a prudent investor, always do your own due diligence or you'll end up being (unitentionally) misguided by a RE broker's information.