Yet, far from showing that you are motivated, your first post communicates that you are not willing to put forth even a minimal effort to further your education.

Never done it myself, but that's what I would do in your shoes if you can survive off the minimal pay.

Yes, screening and tenant selection are key but they are not perfect and people and their circumstances do change.In California, tenants can break leases with minimal consequences.The only time I do a long term (6month / 1year) lease is for special circumstances or if the owner really wants me to do that. 

You will need to discount the note, but if you structure the deal correctly and have strong seasoning the discount could be minimal.

Example, there is a house with minimal needed repairs and rents in the neighborhood are $1200/mo.

How did you pitch the opportunity to the lenders?

So whats a good way to really proof read (have help proofing) this plan of mine to find out "holes" or a lack of knowledge placed in any of the areas need to invest with smart choices and minimal loses from the start?

Ask tenants to pay rent online, preferably auto drafted to your account to minimize delay of payment.  2.  

I feel like it is an offer I cant pass up but I know my limited experience/minimal funds are a huge issue.

If I was young with minimal assets in San Diego I would look to house hack a duplex in working class area of San Diego ideally with an FHA low down loan.