@Gordon Scott I'm pretty green - just looking for SFH for flip or long term rental - but I suspect you'll want to talk to a real estate attorney to help you navigate this.

Linking up with a STR Property Manager in your target market can help you navigate the HOAs to avoid. 

Not a lawyer, but one that specializes in this type of law to help you navigate the shifting landscape that is eviction law these days for everyone.  

He is required by law to put the seller's interests above everybody else, including yours and even his own.You need a buyer's agent to do the same for you and to help you to navigate the process of paperwork, disclosures, inspections and negotiations.Finally, the total commission is part of the listing contract. 

The good ones know exactly how to navigate the insurance maze and get you the highest payout. 

I would suggest to you to look in the area of Navigation and Canal boulevards, Montrose area, South Union/Brookhaven/South park neighborhoods. 

Here's an excerpt from a lengthy FAQ document they published on AB3088:Anyway, one thing is for sure, lots of new laws for us landlords to navigate. 

It means there is going to be massive opportunity but there are some definite landmines you will need to learn how to navigate and become a prepared and informed buyer before taking the leap.

He's helped us navigate a few tenant issues while selling occupied properties.

We followed the Dave Rasmey method pretty rigorously up to step 4 (have an emergency fund and pay off all consumer debt.)