I would like to work with more private money lenders because the costs can be a little lower, when there is not as much overhead involved, such as their office space, HR person or department, payroll processing, etc.

I know these are not mythical creatures because they are all over the va.gov website, but it sure feels like it.I'd find the VA-registered builder first and ask who they work with on the mortgage side of things.

Even if it's only available for personal residences I'm curious if some of the veteran loans are better than what you could typically get on the open market. 

I’m basing that more on things like W2’s being issued by a business versus what was reported by the person who received it - but I imagine it extends to all types of transactions.you are flirting with danger though.  

If you feel like getting a second opinion that's your right.

Cook 3 Questions: 1) Do you own & operate STRs personally?

Investing for cash flow in my mind is fantastic, I just want that perspective from a more seasoned person than myself as it pertains to the long term. 

I would personally sell those now but I don’t like D’s so take it for what it’s worth.

I know BP trys to Vet lenders as much as possible .. so weed out fake lenders who just steal DD money.. other than that I dont personally know.. but I suspect BP relys on feed back from members

If anyone has any tips or tricks to a first-timer, feel free to leave a reply (especially curious about standard practices for identifying deals).