Whether or not your view is the same its difficult to argue that holding this belief would give someone a disadvantage which is one of the reasons I’ve adopted it.

Disadvantages of VA loans buyers You May Have Less Equity in Your HomeVA Loans Cannot be Used to Purchase Vacation Homes or Investment PropertiesSeller Resistance to VA FinancingThe Funding Fee is Higher for Subsequent UseNot All Lenders Offer – or Understand – VA Loans.What's the advantage of a VA loan?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing this?

I don't know the advantages and/or disadvantages.

When I was visiting the Ministry of Tourism a few weeks ago, one of my inside contacts told me "you can make more money investing in other parts of the country".Many people go to Punta Cana for the all-inclusive experience so you have a competitive disadvantage if you own and rent short-term rentals.

What are some of the biggest advantages and disadvantages investors run into when trying to complete a BRRRR exit strategy?

The primary disadvantage associated with such loans is their higher cost of borrowing compared to traditional banks.

With that being said, I would like to get more input from experienced flippers and contractors about the limitations, advantages, and disadvantages of completing this project as an owner builder.

Disadvantages: there may be deferred maintenance if you are buying from an older family member, there may be long term renters with undermarket rents.  

The notion that you're always going to be able to fly in and see properties before making offers may put you at a severe disadvantage.