While the promissory note between me and the lender seems to be the best bet.

I bet they don't get such nice extensions and favors from those!

In the meantime while I dont have it though I fired my best bet would be an adjustable rate mortgage, because by the time it does adjust (3years most likely) I can refinance it into a va loan.

If you don't have any money and no skills, your best bet is to keep reading posts on BP till you figure some out.

A real estate attorney would probably be my best bet. 

Have a larger downpayment will make you a more attractive bet. 

But I bet within 1 to 1 and 1/2 hr drive there are deals that will make sense. 

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If you can move away it sounds like your best bet but give proper notice according to the laws in your state

Your net spent will be lower I bet, and your end result will be the same.