Can you please provide some areas where look for properties?

Then you can decide if you want to retain as a rental property (my plans) and/or sell it when the market heats up.  

I will say I rarely see water softeners in the properties we buy or hear any investors recommend installing them. 

Loan amount is 283,500 for the two properties, origination fees are around $4,300. 

I too am active duty and have utilized my VA several times to expand my portfolio as it is a great tool to use if you’re willing to live in the property for the required 12 months.

Hi Zach - I'm a real estate agent in KC and my brokerage focuses on investment properties.

Are the current Property Management softwares outdated?

I currently rent out my property for $4,100, giving me a cash flow of $900 per month.

You can own more than one property with your VA benefits so you want to check your total allotment.House hacking with a kid is always just a choice and dependent on the proximity of the other unit and more.

I'm an Agent/Investor from Pittsburgh, PA and I'm purchasing a property in NY.