I had a similar idea (having one of the mortgage brokers I know underwrite any prospective buyers.

I’m here to share ideas, ask questions, and hopefully contribute to discussions as I learn from your experiences.Honestly a little overwhelmed at all the choices and intricacies: but excited as well!

Just looking for ideas to put this money to its highest and best use.   

I just came across the idea, but don’t quite understand how it works or if it would be worth pursuing.

Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.

The more rational you are, the better the outcome.Practice and LearnLike any skill, negotiation improves with practice.

I am trying to get an estimated idea of the cost of this project.

Based on how they respond you have an idea of what they are willing to do and you can now go and find that property.  

We'll likely have to look for alternatives to our primary house since we won't be moving much anymore, but I like the idea of small multis and getting a lending who fully understands the VA is certainly good insight.Thanks,Fritz 

Also, qualitative ideas would be welcome just conceptually what we should do.