.: I was always under the impression that a VA loan could not be assumed for investment purposes and that it must be for a primary residence, which typically means occupancy of the residence for a year. 

@John Kelly You’re right that transferring your homesteaded property to an LLC can often disqualify you from the homestead and veteran tax exemptions because these typically apply only to individuals, not LLCs.

Hello @Isuf Aruci What you are describing is a what we, in the AEC/Construction industry, typically refer as a feasibility report and/or property analysis.

Quote from @Sarah Rosko: We manage several medium-term rentals as well and typically operate with a 30-day minimum stay.

It also depends on the situation sometimes a HELOC is warranted for short term financial needs so long as you have a plan to get back in the same or better financial position afterwards and the "means," and "will," to carry out this financial or mortgage plan- HELOC's are typically full documentation qualifying loans so you'll need actual income to qualify whether it be from pension, insurance, rental's, etc that are all fully documented on taxes, W2's, 1099 forms, etc.

Lend $100k on a deal for typical terms, but with the option to convert your loan into an equity stake in the future?

Maintenance and repairs typically range from 5-7% of rental income, compared to the standard 10%, as new builds have fewer immediate issues.

Wholesalers typically do not carry Errors and Omissions (E/O) insurance, so even if the court rules in your favor, they might not have the financial means to compensate you.Furthermore, ensure that a reputable title company handles the transaction, as some companies may cut corners.

Site Improvement and Infrastructure Development - What does it typically cost to prepare land for residential use, from clearing to grading?

After 3 years of ownership, I typically see my buyers achieve 9-10% cash on cash return with an annual appreciation rate of 9-11% a year in those areas.