Doing so ensures they've had notice sooner rather than later, and also so they know I'm running a business and not simply enjoying a hobby in real estate.On the other hand, if the tenant doesn't pay the rent when due, the law in Michigan only requires a 3 day notice.

Obey the law.2.

Our attorney told us the average judge doens't have the time to research all laws and will just go with the flow and award deposits to the tenant.Better off calling it a nonrefundable Holding/Reservation FEE:)- Fees are understood to be nonrefundable.

Want to start practicing analyzing multifamily deals.

I'm not familiar with the laws in Cali but they would need to be in violation of the lease for you to evict them. 

I think your big difference will be in local rental laws which vary by city.

I wanted to be close to the Bay Area but have better landlord tenant/laws, strong appreciation, low property taxes, diversified job growth, population growth, etc. 

Regulations:Given that New Orleans has strict rules for short-term rentals, make sure to fully understand the local zoning laws, STR permits, and licensing requirements for B&Bs.

Here's some guidance on buying your first investment property in Southern California or Columbus, Ohio:Down payment:For investment properties, lenders typically require 15-30% down payment on your first investment15% down is possible with excellent credit (700+ score)20-25% down is more common, especially for multi-unit propertiesSection 8 considerations:Pros:Guaranteed portion of rent from governmentPotential for longer-term tenantsMay be easier to fill vacancies in some areasCons:More paperwork and inspections requiredRent amounts set by local housing authorityPotential property damage concernsOther tips:Research local markets carefully - price trends, rental rates, etc.Factor in all costs - taxes, insurance, maintenance, vacanciesConsider starting with a single-family home or small multi-unitBuild a team - real estate agent, property manager, contractorsHave cash reserves beyond just the down paymentUnderstand landlord-tenant laws in your chosen locationI'd recommend talking to local real estate agents in both areas to get more specific market insights.

The Utah State Legislator passed a law last year overriding all HOA's allowing Primary Residences to have rentable ADU's.