Hi @Douglas Alexander, I've used the VA loan many times, but never for MFR.You can't use it for more than a 4-unit building, so 1-4 is OK, 5 or more... nope.Great plan though to house-hack it.Let me know how your research turns out ref. building from scratch.Could be an interesting idea... build like a 3/2 for your family and 3 more smaller units.Then when you move out, you can rent the 3/2 for more obviously and could earn some good cash flow.

Down Payment Assistance: Proposed up to $25K in down-payment support for 1st-time homebuyersMarket implications under Harris include potential stabilization of home prices through increased housing stock, enhanced affordable housing options, reducing competition in rental markets with a greater focus on urban development and rental price controls.Savvy investors may want to focus on affordable housing opportunities and urban renewal projects under a Harris administration.Former President Trump will likely focus on deregulation and private sector growth, emphasizing market-driven solutions and reduced government intervention.

I was trying to eliminate or reduce the taxes.

FED is reducing rates another .25% at the next meeting.

I really do not want to back out of the deal, but curious if I could negotiate a reduced price or something of the sort.

Optimize your finances by reducing debt, boosting credit, and maintaining strong cash reserves.

However, some investors don't mind this strategy if they prefer not to put a lot of liquid in up front and plan to refi out within a few years of closing (which seems to be a great option with the talks of the FED reducing interest rates into 2025).It really comes down to investing in a growing market, in a good neighborhood & building a great team to support you.

I listen to people who are doing what they are saying, with their own hard earned savings.

Travel nurses have also seen drastically reduced per diem rates so they don't like paying for additional space they can't use.

I'm sure if he was asked even The Donald earned  a few finders fees in his life time.