Long-time Virginia landlord and property manager here. 

Always known real estate was my long-term goal and have a good gig where I am at right now (assuming all stays same)...Can you be an MLO part-time?

I believe you're right too - someone from VRBO reached out to schedule a call not too long ago, but I haven't been successful with getting that set up.

Take as long as possible and then refinance?

Why do you think purchase contracts are so long and have such small print?

Kind of a long post. 

I'm particularly interested in learning more about long term and short-term investment opportunities.Outside of real estate, I enjoy hunting, running, and traveling.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

I'm fascinated with the idea of tiny homes/smaller homes (300-700ish sqft) for short term and possible long term rentals.

long term appreciation and value add potential How did you finance this deal?

It sucks to go slower than you want to, but in the long run I think you'll sleep much better at night.