Your plan of investing in 2-4 unit buildings in SD is a great strategy and I applaud you for your "numbers first" perspective (very few of the newer investors I come across figure out this mentality as quickly as you have appeared to).In regard to your question about the best way for someone without a RE license to access the MLS in SD; I think Sandicor's 'Client Connect' site will be your best option.

When you work six days and take the seventh off, your physical, spiritual, emotional, mental and even your financial health will greatly improve – and so will your success rate.

You're right, there can be a mentality that if someone else is paying that people won't be as careful.

Fast forward to today and I've been doing the same type of work (admin support for faculty) with a small increase in pay and a title change.

I am a big believer that with hard work and the right mentality with good intentions, you will all find the success that you are looking for. 

************Facts (this question is more about your mentality, but in case you're curious)Triplex. 70's. 

I've never understood this mentality. 

Also I would suspect Within sfh that if an area close by is popular or up and coming you should see some uptick in demand for your sfh and you shouldn't see the fire sale mentality that you get every so often when one you have a unit in a condo type setting for example that you're trying to get rid of.I think it's a great idea for you that continue to take your time improve your skills and knowledge of Real Estate and then proceed forward once you have a greater level of comfort so kudos to you.

Hello BPCultivating a positive mental attitude is essential, imo, to live a life which you are fulfilled mentally, physically, spiritually and financially.

I am in a bit of a mental slump today.