The government shutdown during this time and pushed us out 30 days. 

If there's one main employer (or most employers rely on a specific industry) it's a riskier investment, of course.But if there are lots of little, different employers in different sectors and the unemployment is low (and the population isn't tanking) then it could be a good investment if the numbers make sense.

Looking at a property to purchase. From google imagery the property next door has a large portion fenced with nothing on it (overgrown). I am interested in purchasing this property and putting a MIL cottage on it for ...

I think most people's hang up with it is that a wholesaler has no fiduciary responsibility to anyone in the transaction and there is no governing body out there making sure wholesalers aren't operating like complete scum bags.

Match that to a government-issued picture ID, their application, and other documents.2.

The strict rent control laws, rising taxes, and commi  government treat landlords like villains!

I've read CA government tenant guidelines stating that tenants can be evicted for breaking the non-smoking clause of a lease when smoking marijuana and a medical card do not trump the lease. 

He is also using some information about his property that he believes is correct but I am finding out is not such as zoning.I have had several meetings with the City and Government and I am running into some hurdles. 

In terms of getting in order with the government.

If it's a tax break there's always going to be some government representative who knows how to spend my money better than me!