I dont care if it takes 20 years, i'd like to continuously make progress while working towards building something that's sustaining for both my wife and myself long term.

As retirement edges closer we are definitely looking at this as a possible income solution, we just need to manage our finances well so we can do the same thing again, albeit with a conventional or other than VA loan since that's tied up - hopefully with a better class/larger "twin home" type duplex so we can owner occupy for awhile and not be cramped. 10 years with 4 of us in 1000 sq ft has certainly been a lesson in patience!

Diverse Solutions a real estate IDX provider that Mr.

I can offer my passionate enthusiasm, dedication, research, and creative problem solving design solutions in a real estate venture.

Unlikely that you'll learn what you want by trial and error in a reasonable time frame, either.That being said, keep your money in your wallet for a while until you have a well thought-out, sustainable investing strategy and plan.

Also reading "the complete stories of Sherlock Holmes" - just a different way of looking at things to help me "SEE" solutions and not just Look for the problems.

This is the solution we were able to assist Steven with. 

However, the simplest and usually the cheapest solution is to use cash (or cash equivalent) or a construction loan to purchase and renovate, then refinance onto a conventional loan at as close to 75% of post-renovation appraised value.

., but I will also say that I had an issue earlier in the week, used the "contact us" form, and once they sent the initial reply (it was within 24 hours, but much less than 24 if I remember correctly), they were awesome about carrying on the dialogue until we found a solution.

I have been working with Gregerson Solutions for a long time and they have always done a great job on my account.