Simple answer, yes these are all normal things to utilize.However, as to how they are used - that will depend entirely on where you are going and what you are trying to accomplish.For tax purposes, given it is generally a bad idea to use an S-Corp or C-Corp for holding real estate, any other tax structure will have absolutely no difference from one another - IE an LLC taxed as a partnership, an LLC wholly owned by you and disregarded for tax purposes, owning directly, or owning through a revocable trust - all of these have the exact same tax result at the end of the day.

Unlike developed land, you normally can't borrow much. 

I would like to know what all qualifies as completely clean here- Electrical wiring is normal and no unlicensed modifications - Structural inspection is also clean.Seller is ready to discount the price by ~20% from market plus the cost to repaint the whole house What are other questions to ask and things to consider in this scenario?

The 2nd question is should we pursue the investment property even though we are more cash strapped than normal due to the remodel and if so, would using a HELOC make sense? 

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 first got in contact with my GC 20 years ago when he came to plow my driveway as a favor to my normal plow guy.

Gemini AI can help:Key features of an Ohio Land Contract:Installment Payments: The buyer agrees to purchase the property through regular payments over time, rather than a full upfront payment.Seller Holds Title: The seller retains legal ownership of the property until the full purchase price is paid.Agreement Length: The contract typically extends beyond one year.Property in Ohio: The land in question must be located in the state of Ohio.Improved Property (usually): Land contracts in Ohio normally involve property with a dwelling on it (a house).Here are some additional points to consider:Recorded Contract: A valid land contract must be recorded with the appropriate county recorder's office.Contract Content: The contract should include specific details like the names of the parties, property description, purchase price, payment terms, and down payment amount. 

Even if they normally pay on time.

However, I didn't suggest double tapping a normal breaker, although there actually are breakers specifically made to accept 2 conductors.

I would think 10% is lower than normal, but could be wrong.