Some markets like TX, ID, and to some extent AZ have been building a lot of housing supply and are seeing vacancy rates increase.

.- Assuming you can pass the FHA self sufficiency test (very hard now with rates where they are, the new 5% down programs are probably a better option) you would have send a letter to your lender stating you would live in one of the units that makes up the zoning certification (legal units) for the building.

So far, I've received quotes ranging from $3k to $5k plus an hourly rate for court appearances.

So when a deal is successful and sold (full cycle) what happens then?

If you do not understand how NOI and cap rate determine value, learn it even if in theory it only applies to commercial RE.If you flip, you realize the gain in the short term.  

We've worked with many property management companies to place them with VAs to handle a lot of the admin work in their business with good success.

The interest rate was 4.5%.

The local building department wants the replacement stairs to have a 1-hr fire rating due to the proximity to the neighboring property.

Hi Titus congrats on the success so far.

The big question here is what rate and term you're open to.