TIA Others have noted the Multifamily DSCR Loan option - just adding this article on the topic published last year on BP if it helps!

I read through your blog posts on investing in middlesex NJ and some of these towns look very promising.

Step #PhaseStep1DiscoveryTalk to experts and learn (process, tips, design tips)2DiscoveryCreate social media and document story3DiscoveryGeneral research - budget considerations, financing options, permits, regulations, tax considerations4DiscoveryMarket research - competitor analysis, analyze guest reviews, market trends5DiscoveryGather ideas/inspo (blogs, articles, youtube)6DefineCreate brand and vision7DefineCreate guest requirements (e.g. coffee maker, natural light, near activities, etc.) and prioritize must have, nice to have, etc.8DefineSketch idea for look and feel (architecture and design) - map out the floor layout9DefineConsult an architect (is this needed?)

And if he does not, then you can go for the 'Quiet Enjoyment' covenant.https://www.payrent.com/articles/quiet-enjoyment-a-tenants-r...

https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/how-to-become-a-hard-mone..Find a local mentor.

I'll bet you that no one in this blog know what the FIRE Strategy is.

Maybe I’m reading this wrong but after reading several articles it’s my understanding that normally when a civilian assumes a VA mortgage the “VA entitlement” will remain with the seller meaning purchasing power in the future will be less since it’s still tied into the current loan and the 1 year occupancy is foregone since the seller has lived in it over a year. 

I'd give this article by David Greene a read: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/core-four-real-estate-tea...

I have included a BiggerPockets article outlining BRRRRs and navigating leverage to scale your portfolio below.

According to this article it is!