We have a disabled son and can’t maintain full-time residence there so that’s why we’re selling.

You'll want to maintain as few appliances as possible, but not at the expense of extended vacancy.

However, maintaining a good relationship with your previous lender is also valuable.

By posting a notice, you maintain control while ensuring expectations are clear and legal.By the way, I don't recommend an exact 30-day notice and then dealing with prorated rent.

In addition, 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediaries are generally not required to be bonded, insured or maintain any other form of minimum equity capitalization.

Discuss this with the lender before proceeding.Partnership or Joint Venture:Structure the purchase with a partner or entity while maintaining the assumption in your name.This allows you to benefit from the entity's structure while complying with VA loan rules.Entity-Owned Financing:If assuming the VA loan isn’t feasible, explore refinancing into a non-VA loan owned by your entity after the property is acquired.4.

•Target a property in the $800K–$1M range to maximize leverage while keeping costs manageable.2.Open a Second LLC:•Create a new LLC for this property acquisition to separate liabilities and maintain a clean structure.3.Assign Funds & Organize Finances:•Allocate funds to property improvements, marketing for new deals, and reserves for emergencies.

Murray Hill is a great area that will fit your budget and allow you to maintain occupancy. 

Maintain accurate records to streamline applications.Call to Action:For anyone just starting, remember that building business credit is a marathon, not a sprint.

Seems like a lot of folks prefer SFH, but I bought a Townhouse because it seems like it is easier to maintain (HOA covers external, landscaping, and neighborhood amenities).