It is be difficult to answer in details on a post but I will give you some general info here as a guide:- The legal limit will depend on your location, layout of your house, and parking availability.

This setup ensures that I stay in compliance with California’s FTB requirements.

Although it also depends on your projected usage and average length of stay.

Length of stay?

If possible I would try to stay within an hour drive of one of these places.

If FNMA, FNMA allows transfer of deed to LLC if mortgage originated after June 1, 2016 and original borrower owns a majority interest in the LLC and any 12 months of owner-occupancy is first met:https://servicing-guide.fanniemae.com/THE-SERVICING-GUIDE/Part-D-Providing-Solutions-to-a-Borrower/Subpart-D1-Assisting-the-Borrower-with-Property-Related/Chapter-D1-4-Transfers-of-Ownership/Section-D1-4-1-Information-Relating-to-Transfers-of-Owner/D1-4-1-02-Allowable-Exemptions-Due-to-the-Type-of-Transfer/1041300841/D1-4-1-02-Allowable-Exemptions-Due-to-the-Type-of-Transfer-09-09-2020.htm

In my own experience, Section 8 tenants tend to stay longer, and fewer vacancies mean less turnover cost and hassle, which is a huge win.Section 8 isn’t for everyone, but if you want reliable cash flow and are willing to do the upfront work, it can be a great way to invest in rental properties.

Clients who work with me on STRs are given all analysis tools for free (including expensive AirDNA), and I will personally analyze all deals, and guide you through a confusing regulatory environment, as well as help you to find lesser-known honeypot spots around the state.

Does MSO tend to stay same location like DSO groups?

I'll also check out some of the guides listed here by @Austin WolffAppreciate everyone taking the time to help out!