Additionally, applicants can (optionally) upload tax forms and bank statements for our review.If you're looking for a website you can utilize on your own @Bruce Woodruff mentioned a couple that are popular.

I'm currently reading David Greene's "BRRRR" book and I will be utilizing my VA Loan as a first home purchase (duplex) for my first home utilizing the VA Loan.

if you are going to do things like include utilities, or have an off street parking spot, other amenities etc, there's no reason in my mind you couldn't "charge a premium" for a premium unit/service. 

@Chris Collins  Tenants usually pay all utilities. 

There's a few different ways to focus on a lower rate such as with house hacking and making the investment your primary residence, requesting a significant closing credit from the sellers for standard rate buy-downs (which I've had great success with recently), or utilizing lenders who offer short term rate lowering solutions such as 2-1 rate buy downs (again, ideally paid for by the sellers).

• Should utilities, internet, or services like snow removal/lawn care be included, or not?

It's a lot of work upfront but once the team and systems are established it gets easier and as you get better you can expand to another city. 

This way you can utilize the leverage if you plan to scale up in the future.

I was fortunate enough to live in Detroit for several years, so I was able to establish a network before moving back to California.

Our goal is to establish a structure where the property owner can secure financing based on the long-term lease with the operational company.Any advice or insights from those who have navigated similar situations would be greatly appreciated!