On my new builds we hit the double cash on cash in certain markets sometimes its only 50%.

Loan sizing varies by market, but in most areas your loan will be sized to 75-80% LTV; 1.20-1.25x DCR; 30-year amortization.

Has anyone had experience with Jerry's marketing program using Craigslist and VA's? 

Finding deals outside of California can definitely open up new opportunities, especially given the cost of living and market dynamics in the state.When looking for properties in other states, consider focusing on areas with strong rental demand, economic growth, and population increase.

If this effort gains traction, it could fundamentally reshape the U.S. mortgage market, impacting financing options for real estate investors nationwide.The Role of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in Housing FinanceFannie Mae (Federal National Mortgage Association) and Freddie Mac (Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation) are government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) that purchase mortgages from banks and lenders, package them into mortgage-backed securities (MBS), and sell them to investors.

I agree very market dependent. 

I have an investor friend who is a very successful wholesaler in a market, (south FL), that is crawling with wholesalers. 

I'm currently exploring opportunities in the Honolulu market and looking to use my VA renovation loan to purchase a 3-4 bedroom home, renovate it, and rent out the extra rooms as part of a co-living/house-hacking strategy.

I am talking to someone on their commercial side, however the last communication I had with them when I asked where we were on attaining a quote was that the under writer was having trouble finding a market for the mobile homes due to the age.

.): ~$35K (assuming 8%)Total Cost: ~$375K–$385KProjected Profit: $65K–$75K before taxesThat is a decent margin, but this being a two-year project, you need to be sure the market doesn't shift downward, and that you have a buffer for unexpected costs.3.