Just make sure to run the numbers with the HELOC payment and the rent, so that you are not underwater every month.

If your goal is to simply take over a property that has a VA loan, you just start making the payments without bothering the lender. 

When I tried to get it when my side of the family found out and tried ti take over reverser mortgage payments to bank because she had died it was to late so they sold the house to Hud and then other reverse mortgage companies but a relative still lives there so they can't kick them out.

Whether you’re dealing with non-payment of rent or other lease violations, this resource explains what landlords need to know to remain compliant and protect their investment. 

Easy Street is a good option BUT you need CASH in liquid checking/savings for down payment of 20% and BIG chunk 2-3 times loan amount to buy out of a prepayment penalty.

Look how many died in the Great Recession which was nothing as severe.On the other hand, the debt-free ones will be in a much stronger and better position to survive (because they have no debt payments to make).  

Online payment. 

How many mortgage lenders have you spoken with to get qualified and discuss allowable down payment options?

Again, often times this requires a large down payment when you win to be held in escrow as things go to title.

Quote from @Theresa Harris: For late payments, how late are they?