More info here:DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan.

Originally purchased as my primary residence, using my VA loan.

I assume this is in LA...have you asked about the DP required to get a high balance conforming loan? 

I'm using an FHA loan to acquire a duplex.

I gain occupancy at the end of the month, and looking to begin on some of these projects then.I am a newborn when it comes to the real estate world, but I am trying to retain all the knowledge possible to become successful in this space - building a team, what type of real estate to enter, loan buying options and experience, location location location, you name it.

I would recommend looking for homes that are for sale with FHA, VA or USDA loans as they are assumable and will save you thousands per year in interest costs! 

Do you hard money and refi out or just do 20% down conventional investing loans?

Investment Info:Single-family residence private money loan investment.

Investment Info:Single-family residence private money loan investment.

Sure, you don't want the property to be negative after you move out, but likely with rent growth, and a possible refi, you should be fine for that. and even if it is slightly negative your appreciation, and loan paydown are probably still outperforming that.Have you looked into other rental strategies for the property?