I always put in MIA or somewhere I can get to easily when searching.  

Things like landscaping/snow removal and labor cost for repairs are going to be highly variable based on your market so you'd need to do your own research on the going rate by either talking to other local investors, running your own google search, or exploring basic services on thumbtack/angies list etc. 

It's normally the desire for immediate income that steers most investors towards bad investments because they are hyper focused on cash flow which is often portrayed differently in spreadsheets than in real life, and should be a consideration but not deciding factor.

Good luck with your search.

I've been searching for going on 6 months, so I need to reflect and regroup.

I'm looking to rent out this house and find new opportunities, but only have about $30k free for this next investment.Hi Malak,Curious how your investment search is going?

Welcome to BP, how's the search going, have you found your first deal yet?

My goals currently are to help him get to a state where he can live the life he desires.  

@Kyle Carter recommend you search here on BP for Section 8 threads as there's a lot of feedback already.Just know this, S8 is NOT a cure-all!

They will do a Good title search that no liens or mortgage issues with the firemineral rights transfer, easements, a survey, type things need to be clear.glad you escaped the fire with your health is main thing