I know that these properties continue to collect liens from the city for different infractions (needs cleaning, boards on windows, etc.). 

Also if they have truly never lived outside of a parents home you are taking a risk that they will take proper care of your home without having mommy there and that their relationship is strong and that they will both want to continue living there and paying rent for the duration of your lease.

I have had a positive experience so far and I am looking to continue down this path and grow my portfolio this year by having my second deal be a owner-occupied 2-4 unit home. 

It all sounds high to me but I’m here to learn..so it’s something for me to investigate.

I will continue my due diligence and seek out the best fit for me.

Once the bars end it becomes more of a warehouse district but that is likely to continue to feed growth in that area. 

Everyone on this thread has made very valid educated points.I don't suggest this for a newbie living paycheck to paycheck; but if your in a financial position to bear the weight of some repairs and vacancy out of pocket, this may be a great long term play.Although we don't typically invest upon speculation, an educated person could make an assumption So Ca will continue to increasing in value over a long term period.

I will definitely continue my networking...

@Michael NievesThere are rules about occupancy when you use a VA loan.Intermittent occupancy due to work is okay as long as you can show that you have a pattern of continuous residency in that community...

I have worked hard to get my credit score up from 444 to 597 and will continue to work until I get it to a positive level.