If tariffs come into play, or any conflict those products become nonexistent and when we switch to a different country source, they will have tripled or quadrupled.

Sounds like it could generate some good monthly income, but it could also be a hassle being that far away and only 1 property.Yes, but we have friends in Fairhope that manage rental properties so we aren't as concerned about that. 

.: @Yori DeanYou will have to eventually need to deal with the new law that they passed regarding wholesaling. 

We are currently in the process of Renovating this home built in 1965 and plan to have completely transformed it by spring 2025.

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.

Lender will make sure you dont open any new trade lines or have increases on your balances.

It was a cut and dry project and since it was my first deal it was an easy entry having already been slightly remodeled.

You have to go to their website and set up for a demo and go through the process that way.  

I’ve spent most of my life in California (SF/LA) and have been in Pittsburgh for only two years, so I’m still getting familiar with the area.Does anyone know of RE agents in Pittsburgh who specialize in STR investments?

The general reason (avoiding any personal thoughts on wholesaling as a business) is that when you have a license, any fee you get for transacting or assisting in real estate must go through your brokerage and they must take their percentage.