If you're managing a Rent-by-Room strategy or thinking of it, having a Virtual Assistant (VA) with real estate experience can be a complete game-changer.

It's awesome to be super motivated but beware of shiny object syndrome!

They try to get you to sign up for a program which can range from $500 to over $18,000.

Which property will have the higher maintenance/cap ex? 

Quote from @William Hochstedler: Utah has been booming for the past decade by every metric. my kids did deposits on ski condos at Park City  NEW development and one at Brianhead and those things shot up like crazy.. they need to keep it up so they can take good care of me in my waining years.

I have been told that it could be better to save the FHA loan for a later property (Possibly a personal one), if you can put 20% down for a standard 30-year fixed loan.

As soon as you ask someone to be dual agent, he/she can't be on your side only.

As an aside I have expertise in senior care which is pretty cool and makes me interested in 55+ housing there is such a need for socialized group living.

Not only does it make your kitchen look nicer, it also prevents wall moisture which can cause mold. 

Separate them and then ask which one is more important to you.