Brendan, the VA loan can be a powerful tool in your investing career especially as you continue to PCS around the country.

I'm glad it's working out for you now, and I hope it continues into the future.

Wait, wait, wait... all of these issues and you continued to use him as a PM???

Wishing you continued success! 

The only way you will have a reliable income is if a reliable tenant continuously occupies your property (your “customer”).

Currently, I live in Hawaii, house hacking my own property, and am looking to expand into out-of-state long-term rentals.My goals now are to master the art of wholesaling, continue raising private money, and build a strong portfolio of long-term rentals.

The fastest way back is getting a full time job or acquire rental properties/units/apt's since rental income can be used instantly (75% of gross - PITIA monthly payment = net rental Income asap/instantly).All other forms of full doc income receipt of the income to utilize it on a loan application like alimony (needs 3-6 months of receipt + 36 months of continuation).

Perhaps, it is best that we terminate the lease because I can’t continue accepting late payments until the lease is up.  

It's worth noting, however, that in the long term, housing markets with abundant vacant land can significantly increase their inventory if policies and economic conditions favor builders.In markets like Las Vegas, where undeveloped land is limited, and population growth is strong and steady, housing inventory will continue to tighten.

Your price range is very doable in the San Antonio market as prices in TX have continued to decrease substantially over the past quarter.