He has a lot of good info on MTRs.

Thanks Stepan, some great info for an prospective Phoenix investors!

Thanks guys for the Great info.

Also, I have to save up for the cash-to-close since the VA loan requires 25% down for anything above the loan limit.

Ok, thank you so much for this info 

I do agree with @Jules Aton though, the best option may be to wait and save up for your down payment.

When I did my research for buying my properties in Costa Rica, I had one of the big STR management companies like Evolve analyze my potential profits and I used that info to raise money through bringing on partners to buy the properties. 

But as long as you keep your fire fighter job at least you will have health insurance through that which will save you a lot compared to a full time agent.

I've been saving for a house hack over the past two years and recently came across a great property in the Denver metro area that I’d love to pursue.

I did a lot of smaller work myself and didn't fully gut bathrooms, so I'm sure that saved me a ton.