We bought our properties using our savings and didn't use the VA until very late in the game, some 30 houses. 

Rich people’s attitude vary considerably just as all others.

This is a numbers game.

I am brand new to the game and have an opportunity to get off on the right foot (or so I would like to believe).

Their criteria are rigid and hard to meet in this current climate, so I'm concerned that if I go that route and it takes 1-2 years to get in the game then I'm missing a lot of learning opportunities from just buying my own small deal to learn the ropes. 

The pro forma statements are based on the income and expenses of comparable homes currently being short term rented.4) HOA fees do vary from $500+ per month to zero. 

I’m sure it isn’t the best deal in the world but I feel like I need to jump into the game to get hands on experience.

I have always had a passion for RE and have been looking for the time to jump in, now is as good a time as any I feel.My background is in Asset Protection and with that, I am very analytical and would undoubtedly be an asset to the numbers side of the game.

Hi @Mike Hoherchak there will always be a cycle in real estate, the thing to keep in mind that real estate is a long game for building wealth.   

They have more skin in the game then you do.Make sure you get clear title.