Of course "hoping" rates will come down is not a sound strategy so finding a way to assume a loan that already took advantage of low rates is a great option.If you were starting over and targeted a large SFH, would you try to maintain the property in a way that would still attract regular homebuyers (not investors) if you needed to sell?

Quote from @Marc Shin: @Keagan Scott on any advice you have to help me increase my bookings would be appreciated! 

Thank you Kyle, I appreciate your good advice and thank you for your help.

Finally, and this is going to sound zen-ish, but there's also value in doing nothing.

Sounds like you a have a very well thought out plan.

The VA loan with the BRRRR strategy sounds like a solid path, especially for building equity without leaving your area.

Quote from @Sofia Komrskova: That sounds like a bad idea.

Obviously tough to give advice based on minimal info and no info on your personal situation.

Has anyone done something like this before and has insight/tips/advice?

In the meantime, I would like to gain experience through employment with an existing real estate or property management company.Is there anyone out there that can provide me with some good advice/guidance as to the best and most practical route to achieve that goal?