This Wikipedia page gives different wall types and how well they block sound.  

However, this means you’ll need to comply with the annual filing, franchise tax, and reporting requirements in both states.

Now here is some advice many will disagree with me on but I firmly committed to this:  Most people that use a VA loan shouldn't.  

With your focus in using house hacking, Conventional or FHA loans would be your best options.

Take it one step at a time—you’ve got this!

Curious to hear, how did this end?

Hope this helps. 

You use the land as collateral to build.

This means leaving the door open that long to dry.

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