The total cost including construction and permits (but excluding the land) comes to about $2.14 million.

I don’t want to just cut cost though I want to understand what I’m doing and be super hands on.

total return from an RE investment includes value added, appreciation, tax benefits, equity pay down, and the cash flow. 

On the other hand, tenants tend to cause damages when moving these appliances in/out, so having them in place may be safer.I recommend you look at what others are doing in your community and price point.

The number one problem with RentRedi is the total lack of customer support and yes with Intuit you will have to talk to an oversees call center but every question I needed help with got answered and all problems got resolved.

The Note/Mortgage for each loan states the dollar amount invested & the % of the total loan by name, for each investor. 

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

With the caveat that you have to pay off your VA loan (or use less than your total eligibility) to be able to use it again moving into another property. 

Total cost of land and size?

Totally understandable that you may have time to commit to it, as it is extremely hands own.