Networking is huge, so connect with others in the industry, and look for mentorship programs (there are some great ones out there).

Thanks for the details on the rental program too.

I always get a notice to pay for the "Proactive Rental Enforcement Program" https://www.santa-ana.org/prep-program/. 

@Jay Hinrichs is correct.However, the following seasoning periods are what I am working with on the DSCR programs that I utilize for my clients.

But I was also sent a document stating that a county housing assistance program was guaranteeing the tenants security deposit (which was accepted by the current landlord) but not for the full lease term because the tenant is no longer receiving assistance and that the guarantee would only be until 2/2025. 

Here's a quick summary of the Fannie Mae Home Style Renovation Loan:The Fannie Mae Home Style renovation loan program can finance the purchase and renovation of a home in one loan.

Here is a guide for our water company that walks you through it:  https://www.portland.gov/water/water-efficiency-programs/fin...I'm guessing it would be pretty similar for you, and if you determine that there is a leak by looking at the meter, then you may want to hire the leak detection company.As someone else pointed out, maybe just ask your tenants as well if any toilets are running or "ghost flushing" or if they have noticed any drips.Good luck!

New update:I joined 7Figure Flipping through the Runway Program. 

(Down Payment Assitance Program).

You would be way better off joining a mastermind or a coaching program than joining them.