I have a steady job and 2+ years of experience, so I don't can ideally qualify for up to 10 conventional loans, so long as my income ratios satisfy the lending requirements.Therefore, I don't think it matters which one you use first, what really matters is when you start to acquire 2,3,4+ properties. 

Ideally, I would like to be able to contact an appraiser in the area and would be interested in hiring his services for suggestions on how to maximize value.Many thanks in advance.

@Lynnette E.

Ideally you want to keep your expenses/debt low so your ratios look good on paper.

@Wyatt Short ideally you would want to finance the rehab with cash, especially with a low down payment option such as FHA.

As far as finding deals suitable for BRRRR, I have reached out to a few wholesalers who can get me some great off market deals hopefully, but MLS access would be ideal because like you said, there are some BRRRR’s to be found there as well.

Some take Schedule E from your tax return and calculate it that way.

Hi all so I have been in the market to find a contemporary / modern style home for personal use for some time in a few different states on the E.

I'd add in 1 step before #1 (if you have time), have a qualified professional (ideally a contractor) walk the property with you to give you an idea of what you are in for before you put in the offer as far as budget. 

@Vincent E petersI would reach out to either @Jonathan Taylor or @Alex Bekeza at Investor Property Loan as they are quite helpful and can point you in the right direction.