There's definitely opportunity for growth out here also depends on what youre looking for.

I think he does a good job in vetting or teaching you how to vet.

If you've got a big enough day job to back up the mortgage then you'll qualify for 10% and you CAN put it on vrbo when you're not using it.

.- With most job now is being done remotely, especially in tech, Hawaii is becoming a viable choice.- However, the thing that makes Hawaii very doable is that the cost of flying is cheap, from CA one way the cost is $90-$200 depending on the season. - Every Hawaiian Island is very different from one to another, and between towns is also a bit different.

I just completed our first flip with them, and now have his spreadsheet with the exact costs of the entire job. 

.- I go to military training on the 7th.I have a good lock on my interest rate and afraid of doing the mortgage application over again due to a slight decrease in my current job pay but will be going up again in a few months and I'll also be house hacking once I own and solely live in the house.

They will allow your mortgage payment and any personal debt payments (credit cards, cars, etc) to reach about 45% of your monthly income.Programs vary all over the place so it's best to ask a mortgage broker which programs you qualify for.They like two years on the job, rent paid on time, no liens or judgments, pay stubs, tax returns and so on.FHA has a 3.5% down program plus closing costs.

I have seen so much growth in Columbus when it comes to appreciation and job opportunities which I have experienced.

You first need to understand if you are willing to work 80+ hrs/wk and then you can figure out what RE job is right. 

Somehow it is still under the radar and priced accordingly...grab the opportunity while you can.