You'll likely want to pick an area that either targets a specific niche (think Arts District for culture travelers or Financial District for business travelers) or pick the tourist/convention centers such as South Park, near Staples Center.There are a lot of hotels planned Downtown and that are coming online and under construction make sure you understand hotel rates and have a value proposition to set you apart.best of luck!

Art the dad was tough sum BEotch that I know.. but hey 1 mil transaction in 89 with 5% commish I will take it.. plus I got to use the ranch for about 10 years before he finally kicked me out. 

That's the art of hedging.Even if you buy full turnkey, go put 75% of the full turnkey stuff as set reserves for capex.

I'm as liberal as anyone can be. 

Well my children, and husband are my first priority, past that is design, art, interiors, houses, I have always had a passion for houses.

I'm in full education mode right now, so for the next several weeks I'll be focused on networking and learning the art of finding good deals.  

"Subtle Art of Not giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson taught me to embrace the fear of failing and use it as a learning tool.

It's an art and a science

Besides the heating issues it seems like you have simple cosmetic fixes.We used a general maintenance guy when we did our rehab, his company is called The Art of Paint LLC, the owner was very good and he's local.  

Thats why they call it the art of negotiation.