In the under-served areas, would you recommend going with a private pay tenant or section 8 and why?

There may be an agent that is ideal for you at a brokerage that specializes in serving investors.Referrals: Seek referrals from other real estate investors, particularly those operating in the Houston region.

Just food for thought

problem with non-CA is that their food selection is not good and not many high pay job offering compare to CA, the latest part is actually what drives CA home price price to the sky.

Essentially I want to make sure their reason for renting a MTR fits with the 7 MTR tenant types we serve.

Will small business follow (food trucks, bars)?

I’m keen on integrating our collective wisdom to ensure this project truly serves our community.What are your thoughts?

They would be good places to meet seasoned investors and service providers and they do not have any cost other than the food or drink you purchase.   

You would then have to serve them and file that with the courts. 

For someone who is going to be a hands own operator and rely on real estate as their full time employment in lieu of a W2 job, or foresees that transition at some point,  buying the entry level low barrier assets can serve a useful function.