Touching base with a RE attorney might be a good idea to make sure there isn't anything specific locally that you don't want to violate. 

For example, I would recommend touching base with local landlords in the market you're wanting to do section 8 investing in to get a feel for how the local section 8 office handles landlord/office relationships. 

Hi Carlo,As mentioned DSCR loans vary widely based off of numerous factors, credit, LTV, Prepay type, DSCR Ratio, just to name a few.However, I am seeing rates as low as 6.625% now on DSCR products in a perfect scenario.In scenarios with low credit scores, high LTV's and short prepays we can easily be in the 9's.When looking for a DSCR loan to fit your needs, I recommend getting in touch with someone who knows what they are doing to pencil the loan in your best interest.Glad to connect and get into more detail!

They are higher touch and based in CA, which would be a benefit to you.

For scaling, you likely do not want to touch your current loan.  

Will be in touch!

If you are living with your parents and plan on doing so for the next 2 years, I'd make sure you are paying rent and by that I don't necessarily mean to your parents but putting that money aside and not touching it. 

If there is nothing to compare, most lenders won't even touch it.

Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC): If you have significant equity in your existing duplex, a HELOC could provide funds for further real estate investment without touching your retirement accounts.3. 1031 Exchange: If you decide to sell your current duplex, a 1031 exchange could allow you to defer capital gains taxes and reinvest in larger properties.4.

The crime rate seems a touch on the high side, but there is a ton of investing going on.