I'll be using my VA loan and living in the property so I may rent out some rooms to other Marines and then when I get stationed elsewhere, I'll turn it into a complete rental property.

Let the slobs marinate in their own filth .

Are you going for a law degree or a degree in marine biology?

I worked in bank compliance and the Marine Corps so, as you can imagine,  I don't have much patience for your feelings.My Real Estate license would be expired before I started so there wouldn't be any conflicts (already had that discussion with lender).

@Kendra Mattson If you ever come to Chattanooga - let me know.Love San Diego - I lived their when I was in the Marine Corps.Prices are pretty crazy their though...

I was in the Marines myself and with BAH, regular pay and deployment pay, I came back from both my deployments rich.

The only thing out there is the Marine Core base.

Jessie Nunley I had a similar situation when I joined the Marine Corps.

My brother was a Marine drill sergeant who did 3 tours in desert storm.

If you want some motivation, go visit Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego which is located by San Diego Bay and just off I-5.