This should help offset some of the interest costs but want to make sure that I will have claim on the rental income. 

So having a plan, ability to do some things yourself, and building a team prior to starting is helpful in reducing some of that risk.

Any help is appreciated!

Work at a bank or hard money firm that makes loans on the types of deals you are interested in.Real estate investing has lots of different facets within it, so getting specific will help you achieve your goals.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. 

It might also behoove you to hire the firm to help you navigate what you need and maximize every tax benefit out there. 

,This situation might be very specific but I am needing help solving this issue.I have someone who would like to sell me their Airbnb House they currently have it under a VA Loan with the Local housing authority. it is assumable but would require me to put more down and would limit their use of the VA Loan until i refinance out of it.the Local Housing authority has been calling mortgages due to anyone they find that are owner financing homes while still having an active mortgage from them on. 

You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.There are over 20 real estate accountants on this site.

A seasoned CPA with REI experience can help ensure all your passive losses are applied correctly and provide guidance on future sales.

Let me know if there is anyway I can help.