Have you had any experience working with Section 8 tenants/programs?  

Which S8 "guru" program did you drink their kool-aid?

So don't leave anything in an MTR that is irreplaceable.In addition to security deposits, you can also use the AirCover program for Airbnb bookings and third party services like Waivo and Safely that provide mini insurance per booking.

Check out the Note Assistance Program.

The loan programs of your buyers will dictate how much of a credit you are allowed to apply to their closing but it certainly helps to move inventory when you offer an incentive. 

I'm scratching my head because I feel like the program, least locally here in San Antonio, TX, tells all the landlords to put our listings there, but the tenants don't look there.

Depending on the lender and program your biggest hurdles might be credit score and income and time in job. 

., I looked up the San Diego ADU bonus program. 15 years is not a long time to be deed restricted!

There are hundreds of DSCR program out there.

I'm skeptical of most programs and gurus, but he seemed legit.