This is one of a countless reasons why working with a great/savvy real estate agent, especially as a buyer (where in many states a buyer's agent commission costs the seller and not the buyer), just ask the agent to take care of that for you.If you didn't buy that with an agent, I'd recommend you call a great local appraiser.

I have helped countless investors from BP who approached investing in Michigan the same and all has had a bad experience.

I have listened to countless podcasts, read many books, and perused many websites.

If you would be so kind; I would like to know what beliefs do you hold that you think has not only led to your success, but has set you apart from the countless who have failed at such endeavors. 

@Brandon Turner The beginner's guide was actually the book that introduced me to the site, as it made countless references to Bigger Pockets, by the time I finished the guide I could not resist myself from applying!!

Getting your first rehab project will require you to create a SOW, talk to contractors, compare and review bid proposals, review budgets, & make countless trips to Home Depot.

So, with those in mind, make sure that you are making your financial picture look as good as possible so that you have the best possible chance of securing a VA loan (extremely powerful tool).As for investing while active duty, it is very much possible and countless servicemembers amass good-sized portfolios while in.  

If you have a track record of vetting top-level vendors, managing regular KPI's and willing to spend countless hours to become an expert on that market... then go for it. 

I have countless more stories after 20 years of owning and managing lower C class properties.

I know you're not at this point yet, but my main mistake was overpricing the unit I had for rent, which led to an extended vacancy and a lot of wasted time showing the unit to people who didn't apply (and countless hours replying to Facebook messages asking if it's still available).