Additionally, if the property needs renovation, you may have a tough time finding a HML willing to lend on it in 2nd position if it is in a distressed state. 

Basic pricing seems reasonable at around $30/property/month, but that’s clearly their basic pricing with a bit of nickel and diming as you add in additional capabilities: 1.

Additionally, unrelated business income tax (UBIT) might apply if your property is financed.One option to consider is partnering funds from multiple accounts or other individuals to share in the investment, which may avoid the need for difficult-to-secure non-recourse financing.

Buying a house, renting out the additional bedrooms at about $1000 a month on average.

This could manifest itself in additional damages and financial losses when they decide they don't want to put up with you any more.Also, Section 8 does require more work setting up, renewing, increasing rent, etc.

In addition there are areas in Los Angeles that have stricter rent control than the state wide rent control.  

There are also additional costs of operating and maintaining an LLC, like separate bank accounts, annual report filings, tax filings, etc.2.

Are there additional primary residence requirements such as homeowners exemption required, or anyone know if this is coming down the line?

Additionally, they test to determine what sort of mold/s are present, so as to determine toxicity.  

I did not have much luck with traditional banks even though my partner is a GC and has done multiple additions and garages.