I paid for the subscription for a few months and drew my own custom Google maps areas and color coded them red/yellow/green based on a "grade" I felt came from a few metrics like crime/average household income/etcI also really like realtors dot com new maps, if you search for an address and click on the map and then go to the top left and choose the Value slider it will give you a nice color coded map of which areas of a neighborhood are higher valued.

Every market will have a data center, not sure how this will deviate from the curve of market-based anticipation.

Andy Sirkin, based in San Francisco but supposedly has done some in Las Angeles. 

To start your journey, I recommend focusing on building your network by joining meetups and engaging in online forums, while narrowing down your first investment based on your budget, market, and goals.

Sounds like you are going with a Fannie/Freddie type loan based on the cap of 2%.  

Pick a lane based on your strengths and long-term goals.

Position these as limited-time deals to attract budget-conscious travelers.Be Responsive and Personable: Guests often book based on their interaction with a host.

I am local to Los Angeles - based in Orange County.A bit about me: I’m a civil engineer by profession with experience in local government.

I base my rents on the condition of the unit and the competition. 

You will not have the rate long enough for it to interfere with your current and proposed profits.This is where having a good team comes into play for example having a seasoned realtor who knows the market on the purchase/ARV side.