You could certainly invest in other markets (that are not your primary residence), but you just are not allowed to use your VA loan entitlement.Happy to connect and continue to learn about real estate investing opportunities together!

@Christian Hwangjust curious - if what you're doing is working, why not continue doing it?

Continuing to work on Second home for our Caretaker and Plantation manager to live in. 

My advice is to be wise but continue.  

I will continue looking into the areas you mentioned and appreciate your insights.

(Not that it's likely to be worth a legal fight I would guess.)

I have three right now that its time to get rid of as they do not fit our model nor do I want to take the time to continue to manage these (even with a PM).

If you can continue to get an 11% return, I would stick with stocks.$500,000 will turn into $1,000,000 in less than 7 years.Great return and little to no work.You may want to consider spending $400,000 on stocks and $100,000 on a rental property.Take the $100,000 towards a property and see if you can make a return and handle the work involved.Best of luck!

I’m continuing to invest in real estate while also helping others achieve their real estate goals.

The more they have to loose, the greater the likely-hood they will work to continue to keep the home.