Is the only way to evict him to wait for non-payment of rent if he goes to jail long term? 

If any other loan terms change, you’re getting a new mortgage.

As long as you occupy 1 of the 4 units, you can have yourself up and going out the gate with 3 rentals all while using your amazing VA loan benefits!

Does anyone have any experience owning/operating a short term rental in Blue Ridge (or surrounding areas)?

@Sharad Bagri There should be no requirement to be accredited to purchase a multi as long as you have the requirements met to get the loan.

I want to get a “checklist” of what I need to do next in terms of the legal side and paperwork to get this thing rented out (or even steps I need to take prior to renting it out, such as getting insurance and a contract agreement).

@Heather SzucsI host a monthly meetup, as many have suggested networking is a great way to get started.Zeppelin stationThursday Aug 29th6-8pmJoin me at Real Estate Meetup | Short Term Rentals | House Hacking | Investment Properties https://meetu.ps/e/NnWvj/Q4Gbf/i

Just because one has the best price doesn't mean its going to be the cheapest in the long run.

Second question is the home in in a poa “he pays no dues and it’s not active was just placed when the house was built in 1990, which means technical short term rentals aren’t allowed.

Long term renting can also be a good strategy.