I'm can record a Loom video response for you.Like any business model, you have to start with identifying the customer and where the demand is.

Hi, sorry for a very late response.

And it's not slowing down.

Thanks for the response.

I know I want to start small/slow with one project (either a rehab/flip or a buy/hold long-term rental) and invest only in areas that I know or live (Los Angeles, Orange County, CA) at least in the beginning.

Quote from @David Felt: You are responsible for maintaining the home in its original condition.

I have had in up for rent through my property manager for close to 2 months now (slow market). 

Assuming it's written in your management agreement somewhere that states the owners are current on all financial responsibilities related to the property, does anyone require them to actually provide a current mortgage statement, HOA payment record, taxes paid, etc..... at least at the time of the original management agreement signing.Recently had a new owner sign the agreement, only to find out after we had secured a new tenant for them, that they were in financial distress to say the least (inquiring about bankruptcy) .

I'm sure the answer is "it depends" but in general, do people that operate medium-term rentals tend to find a better response from a unit that looks pretty or a unit that might have some more perks while someone is there for a short time?

You have a leg up on most in that you understand regiment, organization, responsibility, and dependability.