I would not want to start a battle that would make my goals harder to achieve.

Maybe you should do "all of it" (just not at the same time) to achieve your goal.Where do you see yourself in say 10 years? 

Phew, definently a tough decision to make; I truly feel being a realtor would be great for me because I know I can achieve more and more clients over time.

Making it a one-year goal (for example) will help you to build a road map to achieve that goal; it will allow you to determine quarterly, monthly, etc. goals and steps to achieve that goal. 

I don't further investigate if the analysis doesn't offer at least 10-12% IRR (which is always my focus, much more than cash on cash, cap rate, etc) because anything below is achievable with less risk, less leverage and less stress with other financial investments.

My rules of thumb - that is, conservative, middle-of-the-road estimates on gross annual income - are as follows: 0-1BR $35k/yr, 2BR $45k/yr, 3BR $55k/yr, 4BR $70k/yr, 5BR $85k/yr  That's readily achievable for a middle-of-the-road cabin within 15-20 minutes of either downtown Pigeon Forge or downtown Gatlinburg if you're a competent manager.  

Would love to help you and your team work a way forward to achieve your goals. 

Live in it for a year or more and then keep repeating the process.However I am thinking I need to sell my home and start over to achieve my goal for investing.

I would not disqualify a commercial bank for a refi to cash out with, as they are more receptive (compared to the VA, if I understand correctly), of helping you achieve your goals.

Also, to understand if it’s a deal worth investing in, you need to make sure their underwriting and business plan is solid and achievable