I read that tip somewhere.

Any tips or strategies for investing with partners because I haven't really seen much on that topic?

I was listening to an old BP podcast recently and heard what I thought was an interesting tip: get your personal mortgage at a local portfolio lender as a way to establish a relationship that can be leveraged for future investment lending.

I'm in contact with the seller of a package, a few stores, a restaurant, and 15 residential units.

What tips do you have about doing this effectively?

One tip, the more documentation you have the easier it is to get it to the bank if they need it.

Im not asking for a mentor, but maybe a quick tip on what to lookout for and what to consider from anyone with VA loan first time investor experience or knowledge. 

The franchise owner has a strong credit history has over 20+ stores and the sales of this location appear to be strong.

Reuben GrossReuben Gross online at www.rgtect.net

The stats online show household income of 38k, lower crime, and low vacancy but rents seem lower in this area.