If you need any guidance or suggestions on this, I’d be happy to help!

Understanding your time is valuable I wanted to see if you might consider working with the deal structure we are hoping to use on this deal as I know for many banks it does not fall within the traditional box they are allowed to work within.

I appreciate your very valuable advice I will be sure to take it moving forward as I continue on this journey.

Also, you have guidance from an experienced investor so most likely you will be ok.

(I'm still not going to list the property as 5 bedrooms, though because transparency is valuable.)

Michael - Thanks so much for the great post and tax guidance. 

Here are the details:- Current occupancy with a monthly income of $2,750- Purchase price: approximately $145,000 (putting 25% down, around $36,250)- Location: McKeesport, PAAs a relatively new investor with two properties in different states, I'm looking for guidance on how to analyze this deal.

Key Steps Before ProceedingContact the Loan Servicer: They will guide you through the assumption process and confirm whether an entity can participate.Consult an Attorney: If you’re considering title transfers or joint ventures, an attorney familiar with VA loans can help you navigate potential risks.Understand Due-On-Sale Clauses: Ensure any post-assumption changes comply with the loan terms to avoid triggering repayment demands.Final ThoughtsVA loans are a unique and valuable financing tool, but the program’s focus on personal borrowers makes entity-based assumptions unlikely.

You should also check to ensure they have Errors & Omissions insurance, Fidelity Bond coverage, and a Financial Institution Blanket Bond.Some are more consultative and advisory and provide guidance, while others are just processors. 

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