Not sure how extensive your furnishing is. 

Are they separately metered for utilities, or can you bill back to residents?

Hi Chase,I'd recommend leveraging your experience with a lender and utilizing seller financing options.

You should utilize resources like BiggerPockets, build a team, and use online platforms to find potential properties.

You can then find a multi unit that at least has one vacant unit so you can utilize your VA loan.

You may also want to bring a flashlight to better assess darker areas, especially if utilities are off.

Not sure if you have a direct question, but reading the questions between the lines on when a property is actually considered to be in service.Facts and circumstances.Generally for a rental property it is "in service" when it is "ready and available for rent" - meaning you are marketing it for rent, and a tenant could utilize a property that day.

FEMA rental Assistance covers the cost of monthly rent and essential utilities, gas, electric, water, trash, and sewer.

I do not have a sheet but I typically budget $150 for lawn, $150 for pool if applicable, $100 for cable, $100 for water, $300 a month for electric (depending on property size and your local utility costs), $50 for pest control, and another $200 per month in misc. 

Are you utilizing any cost segregation studies/real estate professional status to lower the taxable income?