Quote from @Kyle Lewis: Hello,I just recently bought some land for $50,000 and it appraised at $90,000.

I own zero rentals in Cali and never will.

How to close quickly and efficiently.

You lost your job and are still jobless eight months later.

I have owned my own homes in CA and in PA.

And thankfully, by the time I needed to execute on those options and actually complete the purchase of the leased properties, I had developed some private lender relationships that allowed me to complete those 3 transactions and several more thereafter.

I have lots of local connections with contractors, vendors and brokers, doesn't hesitate to reach out.  

Quote from @Saint Kyle: I'm located in the Youngstown, OH area and I've been purchasing properties under $30k to rehab and hold for cash flow. 

I don't think there is a hard and fast occupancy rule for VA because you get a VA allotment.

@Abigail KingStarting a first house hack in Peoria, IL involves researching, education, financing options, and management tips.