Can You Buy a Fixer-Upper With a VA Renovation Loan?

Lisa Stepp-Seritt

Published on: 21/09/2026

Can you buy a fixer-upper with a VA loan? Learn how VA renovation financing works, what repairs may qualify and what to ask before making an offer.

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Buying a Short-Term Rental? 3 Financing Questions to Ask Before You Make an Offer

Lisa Stepp-Seritt

Published on: 02/09/2026

Before buying a short-term rental, understand qualifying rental income, your total cash needs, and prepayment penalties. Learn how seller concessions may help reduce eligible closing costs and preserve cash for updates or furnishings.

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Before You Buy a Short-Term Rental: 5 Numbers You Must Know

Lisa Stepp-Seritt

Published on: 25/08/2026

Before buying a short-term rental, review five critical numbers: realistic rental income, operating expenses, total housing payment, debt-service-coverage ratio and cash-on-cash return. Understanding these numbers can help you evaluate both the finan

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