Being a Navy public affairs officer and moving often sounds like a unique challenge, but it also gives you the chance to explore and invest in different markets.

There's far more experienced people on this thread than I providing their take on Gator and it sounds pretty iffy.

Sounds like you are going with a Fannie/Freddie type loan based on the cap of 2%.  

While I’m still in the early stages, I’m incredibly motivated to learn, grow, and surround myself with like-minded individuals who can help guide me along the way.What drew me to real estate is that I saw it as the best route for me and family to have financial freedom.

@Jack Cottrell, that all sounds good.

Also, if you consider the fact that his 30 year mortgage is $100-$200 less per month than what local folks pay for rent, then it's not as predatory as it may sound at first.

Quote from @Cari Sweet:  This sounds like a case for Fair Housing- Familial Status discrimination. 

Todd Worrich - Jason Glast group w/ Phyllis Browning  Sounds like you hit a home run!!!!!

Thanks tons and if this question sounds very immature, i'd say 'that's about right' given how new to this game we are.Thanks again!

Sounds like you and your wife are off to a great start with your STRs in Blue Ridge.