As I’m saving up for my first investment, I would like to learn more about the industry - and it would be nice to earn some income while doing so.Are there any specific skills or knowledge I need to secure a VA side gig? 

Check Furnished Finder, Zillow, as well as AirBnb and VRBO (30+ day stays) to see what sort of competition is in that specific market.

If you are looking to build connections specifically in the DFW metroplex I have been hosting a monthly meetup for the past 3 or so years, id love to connect and get you some more info! 

I have mostly heard about LTRs specifically in Indiana, Alabama, Texas, Michigan, and Ohio but I am open to hearing anyone's experience anywhere.

I would probably go with a HELOC as you won't have to pay for what you're not using unless you've got a specific property you're going to be buying with that money so you know you won't just take out the loan and sit on it paying interest all the while. 

 @Sofia Komrskova The biggest selling point for me is access to the existing network of IMTR relocation specialists which would take years to build up on my own and I have had zero luck on BP getting any feedback specifically for relocation specialists. 

Taxpayers should be aware of the criteria for this specific scenario.

OTM = General, overhead/widescreen view of nationwide market tends.BPRE = Detailed ways specific people are making money in real estate.

There are a lot of site-specific issues you need to investigate before deciding what the land is worth to you.

If I have specific questions about a transaction I’m doing or something like that, I just ask via email or phone call.