We allow pets so it is no big deal.In the end, it is the animals owner who needs to make the decision.

Quote from @John Mocker: ChristopherBelow is some info that I posted in the past.

If the house you’re talking about buying is a rental and you don’t have a primary yet, I recommend buying a primary home and getting roommates, if feasible, or buy a duplex and live in one side and rent out the other.

Most only see problems, ever so few see the opportunities and remove emotions to follow the math.  

Here's a video with some tips, but I recommend you watch several videos, read some blogs, and educate yourself on what to look for in a brokerage:

Hey @Chris Pratt, I'm also in the LA/SFV area.

Post '08' people had the luxury to analyze for "cheap" vs the pre-'08' pricing and feel a sense of security in there current price acquisitions. 

The information contained in this post is not to be relied upon.

I recommend you go visit a few times to network with local investors or find an investor friendly agent so you can gain local market knowledge, find off market deals and for things such as showings, picture taking or getting accurate comps.

I'm not going to download it for you from my phone.https://www.cccba.org/article/flip-or-flop-disclosure-rules-...I've read many of your posts and am aware that you feel that you can decide when you want a permit or not.