My advice for any 1031X transaction is to be over prepared. 

It sounds like you’re doing the right thing by preparing for the possibility of eviction if the rent doesn’t show up on time.

There are many benefits with section 8 in order for the tenant to be placed in one of my properties they go through a process with the committee then when living in the property they need to abide by lease rules and keep the property in shape, if major damage is made or neglect to the property by the tenant they may losE their voucher from section 8, so it’s a very good idea to go this route and food for thought you always know your property is up to date safety wise and livable with annually inspections. 

(Prepare a purchase agreement, have the seller call the bank and tell them it's in escrow. 

We ARE a chapter of National REIA, so joining gets the paint discount, cabinet program, and rebate - as well as access to all the other national vendor perks and programs.We're in process of getting local vendors and sponsors lined up as we move forward.Starting in September, meetings will take place in the evening on the 3rd Thursday of each month, 5-9pm, food and non-alcoholic refreshments provided (buy your own booze). 

I want to start investing in real estate but before i can start my journey, i have to prepare.

My contract, which was prepared by a real estate attorney in my county, says 'tenant" will surrender the property in the same condition as when received".

This will teach you a lot of skills and prepare you for more complex investing in the future

Be prepared to learn the systems you need and deal with some headaches though compared to other forms of renting.

So just be prepared going in.