A couple in their late 50's want to rent the unit since their relatives live across the street.

Trying to get started in the real estate investing space, and I live in Seattle where home prices are quite high (at least, in my opinion).

I also would have paid an investor (someone who is unbiased, not on your agent's team) to walk a property and do a detailed video tour, before making an offer.

@Kirk M.I'm a former CA resident (SLO) now living in Reno Tahoe area of Nevada.

Sounds like you are in Orange county, which does not allow STR unless you live at the property and are allowed to rent out a portion.

Our downtown is not as big and lively as other major cities and if we grow as fast as we have, our transportation system will likely lag. 

Also check You Tube... bet you can find a video showing you how to do it!

Nestled in live oak trees and a quick walk across the street to the beach, the property provides a serene setting to unwind.

I (Dillon Duffy) have been working on a building for a few weeks now and listening to Bigger Pockets podcast and videos on YouTube and trying to self learn how to navigate through this exciting but stressful project.I purchased my current home in May 2021 for 156k.

1) you don’t need/want an LLC2) get a $2M umbrella, super cheap and covers you when you ar responsible for the lawsuit, not the property. (90% of the time.)3) get a VERY good PM, you don’t want a professional tenant living there for a couple years without paying rent.