No one is open to any state in the US.

maybe once in a while / once every few months, something will hit that would work. 

Investing as a limited partner/ passive investor is a somewhat risky endeavor whether it in private placement or in the public markets.  

In any area the quotes should all be within 5-15% of each other.

Currently my credit score is in the 800's - any thoughts? 

In the Bay Area, most HOAs actively restrict less-than 30 days rentals in CC&Rs, and can have % rental caps on units which may make MTRs difficult. 

For building a buyers list, I’d recommend joining local real estate investment groups, both in person and online.

:-P Thanks in advance

Remember that as a serviceman, you get excellent benefits from the VA loan that can be used to house hack and for investment properties as you can use your allotment on more than one property at a time.

If it's not in writing, it's unlikely to be true.Even if true, the seller didn't disclose it, so their ethics are questionable.