Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I would recommend starting in your backyard and hone your skills if its possible, I know some markets have an extreme HCOL which may make it unfavorable in your case.

As you read these books, watch the BiggerPockets podcasts.

I just signed a bunch of disclosures from my lender and after reading them it has me thinking, "Is there a cheaper way to do this."

I've been re-reading the BiggerPockets book The House Hacking Strategy by Craig Curelop, and the numbers are eye-opening.🔥 Why Co-Living & House Hacking Work So Well Together✅ Higher Rental Income Per Unit – Renting by the room typically beats traditional rental rates.✅ Lower Vacancy Risk – Losing one tenant doesn’t mean losing all your cash flow.✅ More Affordable for Renters – Competitive pricing attracts a steady stream of demand.✅ Built-In Community = Lower Turnover – Tenants stay longer when they feel connected.✅ Allows You to House Hack a Single-Family Home – No need to compete for pricey duplexes and triplexes!

VA Loan Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Are there team members (RE agents, wholesalers, lenders, PMs, contractors, etc) you'd recommend?

Listen to podcasts, read books, and if you plan to invest in the Netherlands find some resources that speak to that market specifically.

I have never pulled a permit for a water heater swap, know no one that has ever pulled a permit for a water heater swap, ever seen or heard about one getting red tagged for no permit, and have never had a plumber recommend getting a permit.

Do you recommend it?