This is pretty important IMO.  

On top of that if you can find local investors that would give great insights.Section 8 has stringent requirements so it would be important to check off the inspection list as soon as you can.

When successful it is quite rewarding and can lead to favorable basis and financing opportunities but there are certainly risks and its important to have plenty of reserves and be realistic with time frames.

But even more important is the knowledge of where to avoid at all costs since the timeline is too long to work. 

You'll be able to see what is going well, what is not, and more importantly what you like to do and not like to do in real estate.

It's important to choose that one and commit to using it.

@Nishan Akwalia The most important factor is actually who the tax payer is for the property.

Here’s some insight based on my experience:Question A:Since you live in California, it’s important to know that California doesn’t care where your property is located.

At the same time, I believe it’s important that we approach this situation calmly and constructively, as we both share the goal of resolving it efficiently and fairly.I did find your email to be pushing and impatient, which I didn’t appreciate.

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!