@Daniel Medellin Regarding your question, it would depend on the lender or bank you're working with if you want to go that route in the future. 

new construction gets valued at a way higher premium. this is a false statement. new construction will always beat existing Very market dependent.

For a rule of thumb, replacing a commercial boiler can range anywhere from $20k to $150k, depending on the size, age, and efficiency.

Not all VA loans are owner-occupied as the VA gives you an allotment so you can have multiple properties with VA loans depending on what they clear you for.

Depending on your market it may not make financial sense at all.

It really depends on what you are looking and I think your thought process is correct.

 @Sri Reddy it all depends on your goals.

I know some STR designers offer Minoan for their clients and others don't, so it depends on who you choose to work with.  

(The difference in rate depends on the deal structure, e.g., the ratio of rehab dollars to purchase price.)Like a HELOC, you only pay interest each month on the loan.

It took new construction costs from $800-2500 down to $325 / SF and instead of 2 years it can be done in 8-12 months (design, permits, fabrication, shipping, and erection) depending on how much homeowners customized the standard plans.