You would put up a down payment and the rate wouldn't be as good, but it would only be for a few months until the project was completed, then you could re-fi with the VA 100% LTV benefit with a better rate, and you probably would be getting more cash back then you put in, assuming the property value appreciated more than the costs of the renovation.This would also mean you could get more bids to actually compare with and pick the best one.  

We negotiated favorable terms with the seller, ensuring a beneficial agreement.

In a long-term context, May vacancy rate is 0.5 percentage points lower than the 4.8% average recorded since the beginning of Q2 2014.Market OutlookREIS's new construction analysts report that 6.9 million square feet of new multi-tenant warehouse/distribution inventory will be introduced to the metro by the end of the year, and net total absorption will be positive 9.1 million square feet.

Long term parks are more like mobile home parks, but the home is much more mobile.

I was fearful of long term economy when COVID started (wrong again!)

HELOCs generally are not so well suited for long-term debt as a mortgage.

Are you looking for steady rental income or long-term appreciation?

Terms can vary based on the lender and the strength of the borrower or deal. 

In terms of sellers, I plan on negotiating with them directly with no agents.

Bottom line is you can rent out on a short term basis and you don't get into a legally binding agreement during the first year where you lose the ability to occupy the property when you so choose.2.