To update an old post, I found this information on the Fannie May website (https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/sel/b3-3.1-09/other-sour...)

There is a web site that lists all the section 8 housing, so people might be also be looking there. 

Getting the federal return correct is the most important and with owning two properties, there could be some positive tax benefits.

Also, to track spending habits - just had a prospect withdraw their application when we asked why they were spending half their income on gambling websites.

The websites were up and down all the time.

My questions are what books or other resources would you recommend to someone just getting started and also what is the best path to get started on in real estate for someone in my position?

I was in the position of considering renting to someone with a pittie.  

So far, it’s 100% positive.  

But it sounds it worked out well for your equity position.

You can look those up online through the Secretary of State website most times.Hope that helps!