@Sam YinI guess I'm not sure if you are enamored with REI as a "hobby," as the only way to invest and make money, or what...It SOUNDS like it doesn't meet your needs, specifically the work/life balance. 

Speaking with OH experience, the lease is for a specific amount, regardless of how many tenants there are.

Chapter 15 specifically.

If you have any specific contractors to recommend, or search terms/types of contractors to contact that would be greatly appreciated.

If possible, consulting with your real estate broker familiar with the Los Angeles market-- that could provide valuable insights tailored to your specific circumstances.

Ensure that your agreement includes specific responsibilities and emphasizes the importance of timeliness.Choosing the right builder is a pivotal decision.

My fiancée and I recently made our first post here and after gaining some great advice we have refined our goals and our now looking for more specific guidance.

Having specific goals will direct your approach, whether it's increasing passive income, reaching financial independence, or diversifying your investment portfolio.A single-family house or a modest multifamily property would be good places to start for a reasonable investment.

@Nikki Nicole as with any city, it depends on the specific neighborhood.

Specifically, there's job growth (Intel, Honda, Amazon, Nationwide, etc) and the population is growing (unlike Cleveland or Cincy).