Hey Ryan,Sorry to hear that you had a negative experience.Designated dual agency is very common in NC and in most cases allows both buyer and seller to receive the highest level of service with no conflict of interest even though they are being represented by the same Firm.

Its not common knowledge but Inglewood has its own rent control ordinance with a lower barrier that substantial remodel.

Are these type of little to no doc products getting more common again?

Good for both LTR and section 8 rentals depending on what strategy you're looking to employ. 

W-2, 1099, etc.) with passive income/loss from my rentals (STR, LTR).AnswerThere are a few ways, but the most common for real estate investors is to own a rental that 1.) meets the IRS requirements to be considered an STR and 2.) fulfill the material participation requirements (this doesn't require Real Estate Professional Status or REPS).

Quote from @Mackensie Matze: This is a common mistake.

Here’s the catch: I’m not sure how to go about getting a loan with no current employment.

I would find a market with good median rents, and low home costs, and a location that has some indicators that would support future price growth (pop growth, job growth, large businesses/employers moving there).

What does your lease say regarding maintaining common areas or the property in general?

A common use for a quit claim deed is to clear up title issues.