Focus on ONE strategy, put it into play, get good then branch into other strategies. 

Many call appreciation plays gambling or the like.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/investors-flock-to-self-storage-rental-housing-as-safety-plays-11583780432?

So, as long as you play by the rules, you can have several VA loans at the same time.

I need to start by saying I am not a tax professional nor do I play one on TV.

It has taken some time to get the right players in place, however, once we got the formula right, we are moving forward with our plans.

- I read in BP that the agent doesn't matter much, as it doesn't play a role when a claim is filed.

My assumption is now revenue will come into play and I will have easier access to capital and banks will focus on revenue instead of tax returns.

And you can play hit and miss with contractors.

On really huge properties sometimes bridge lending is available for an additional 10%, but we're talking about institutional players here that have significant liquidity and holdings to cover any issues.