You are only spending money on gas.  

The fire department and the gas company have them.  

I think its a valid question because the markets I operate in you can get SFR or Multi for $50k that rents $800-1000/mo.  

If the reason is valid then they usually approve.Another aspect to keep in mind is that you don't have to free up the entitlement if you have left over entitlement and the VA gives you an approval.

Jeff made some very valid points but his full gut rehab is in Lennox (only new to market for $440k with guest hs im Inglewood) where my flip is in an area where homes are selling $400-420k untouched.  

Not being "approved" by you has no effect on their validity.  

All gas, owner pays for hot water and heat.  

You can go out a rent yourself, and your rental will still count as a rental.If you are moving to Florida for a valid reason (new job, new business, be closer to parents, etc.) and can establish that this is not a strategic "move" (your child is enrolled in local school) you can buy a property in Florida as your primary residence.The rent credit will depend on your experience as a landlord and LTV of the outstanding loan.Hope this helps.Upen PatelMortgage Banker, VA Loan SpecialistNational Lender, Federal NMLS# 1374243

I think you already have your mind made up and are looking for validation that others would do the same thing as you

Possible main drain pipe replacement and new natural gas heater needed.