This was through the Veterans Affairs home loan program.

They do not want the other person's name on the deed or the mortgage once the dirvorce is finalized.   

This is a very personal question that is difficult to answer. 

., the appraisal for 5+ is at least $2k-$3k) and the financing structure by lenders because Fannie/Freddie don't generally buy loans for commercial properties.So, for you personally, the biggest driver for the type of your next property is probably going to be the amount of a down payment/equity you can put in the property.

These are usually from personal connections we have made through the years and the investors usually want proof of experience to participate in any deals.Can you recommend any lenders in particular for SBLOC product?

This is why I use a loan broker...I want his experience with who can do what they say and who is a delay. 

I personally have no connections with anyone who is involved in this niche and I'm wondering how other people have started their journey.

@Mark Sullivan if you are a buy and hold investor these loans work great.

I bought this property with a private interest free loan from a friend. the person i bought it from need cash fast so i offered them a low cash offer and they accepted.I had enough money saved up to rehab the house with my savings.

Hey Makani, you should check out DSCR loans, which are primarily for investment properties and focus on the property’s income potential rather than your personal income.