@Jordan BrownSince Orange County and Santa Barbara have high housing costs, using an FHA loan for a house hack could be a smart move, allowing you to put less money down while securing a property.

This is absolutely true . . . once the agent is rolling. 

Not sure if your property is in that area as you are a bit West.

Unless you still want to buy the property, the seller is in breech for not closing because you are full ready to close but they haven't or refused to sign anything.In NC if the seller breaches, the buyer can sue for specific performance.

Is it realistic to ask for and expect to get at least 2 landlord references and 2 tenant references (current clients) if I am a " small time" landlord with one property, not multiple units?

I reeeeeeeally wanted this to be true, too, I wanted to believe him so bad.

No.I provide cable channels (I'm not cheap and have nice properties) and have smart TV's where they can log into any of their streaming services.

My goal is to help people invest in properties and grow my business, but as a beginner, I'd love some advice on getting my foot in the door. 

Readers should seek professional advice.Does a resident of California pay the same capital gains on a property they sell in Arizona as one they sell in California? 

Looking to possibly start investing with some whole sale properties and land.