I will consult a CPA to confirm this.

@Amber Straub there are several threads on here for PM software.   

The data is pretty accurate on Air Dna, but you should still confirm with boots on the ground. 

What property management software do you use or reccomend to mange your properties? 

I imagine you already did this - but if not - review your CC&Rs to confirm that MTR/STR is allowable in your neighborhood.

Later, and appliance technician confirmed that this was the case.

Lender confirmed that I can purchase a multi unit, we'd just have to make a case for it being my primary residence such as closer to the job or a nicer area.I live in a nice area; however, the city is not as well known as others so I may be able to make a case.  

Just to confirm I check the exhaust flue, it is warm and getting hot.  

@Eli KingThe seller would need to contact the servicer of their loan and confirm it’s assumable.You would then need to qualify with that servicer plus have the funds to cover the difference between what remains on the loan and the purchase price for the home.

@Carolyn Mazzola unless I'm missing something, appears you are confusing Property Management Software (PMS) with a Property Management Company (PMC).PMCs employ PMS to better manage properties & tenants.If you invest OOS, who will be your boots on the ground?