Location is improving several years ago hurricane Michael decimated the place and is in rebuilding mode . 15 minutes from Tyndall Air Force base and I’m keen on the 5 billion dollars that are being pumped into the base along with thousands of new people moving to the base .

Dependings widely based on where your starting, I would say anywhere from 1k to 10k per year.

Or are there options that I haven't thought of that you could share?

I highly doubt there is any clause in the contract that allows you to cancel based on your feelings of fear.

There are several skip tracing company options.

Looking for good options to get a pre approval done in Colulmbus, Ohio

Working with a lender who does a lot of VA loans will also be useful in this situation as they can help guide you based on their past experiences with foreclosures in the area and appraiser's.

Wondering if there are DSCR options for 2nd mortgages where can pull out for example just $100k without refinancing the first mortgage?

Revisiting the subject of financing for vacation home/vacation rentals/STR's.  10% down is still an option without having to pay points.  

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