Could be that most landlords have a negative experience because the local housing authority is very anti-landlord. 

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It's wonderful to see someone with your enthusiasm and experience in real estate investment.

Did anyone else go through similar experience?

My experience mirrors the saying "one bad apple spoils the bunch".

-30 yr am, 10 yr term-Each individual can buy up to 5 homes at one time with this product-As little as 5% down, but you can put more down if you want to. 

Both seem to have strong real estate markets, but I'm not sure which one would be better for a beginner like me.Can anyone share their experiences or insights on these markets?

The comment that @Greg Scott made is intriguing, because his experience is that those two units make a big difference in how the deal is done, from the business plan onward.  

After this experience, I wouldn't even consider if the property wasn't in a landlord friendly state. 4) Hire a contractor based on value, not price.