I’m very green and brand new to real estate investing so I wanted to make sure this was something actually feasible.

Take a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog4.

if it is new build, it cannot be a JADU. 

Take a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog4.

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We currently own 2 long-term rental properties and are looking to add more. In order ...

Look into REPS or STR to avoid paying taxes on the new gain if possible.

I am new in the Charlotte, NC area.

Many investors new to Sec 8 possibilities need to hear ALL experiences, good, bad or otherwise. 

You could get new construction with your VA loan and when you move on in a year or so, have a virtually brand new home that will be very little upkeep to maintain when you put tenants in there and typically, you will get higher rents in a newer construction home. 

Last couple of years we have been lucky that outgoing students bringing in new students who take over the property immediately.