I needed to buy my first investment and also needed a place to live.

No, not places you heard people want to live, or were told, or think, no-no-no, where you KNOW people want to live. 

From the architectural wonders of Downtown to the tranquil, family-friendly communities on the outskirts, there’s always something new to explore and learn.The city’s constant evolution means different investment opportunities are always surfacing, whether it's the push for sustainable living or a growing emphasis on smart home technology.

I live in a small town in eastern Arizona, about 7000 people, and we have a pretty serious shortage of rental properties.

So you need to live there.

Los Angeles County continues to grapple with devastating wildfires that have claimed five lives, destroyed over 2,000 structures and forced the evacuation of at least 130,000 residents.

Quote from @Ven Bud: After hearing to lot of bp episodes on negative cash flow, I have a question.I am currently living in my primary residence and planning to purchase an investment property, and obviously it is going to be a negative cashflow (bay area), but I am of the opinion that as long as the rent on the investment property is atleast going to be greater than my current primary residence mortgage it can still considered as positive cash flow investment.The investment property is going to be in a much better location (for office commute, bay area proximity) than my primary residence.

Quote from @Maurice Nkonsissie: HelloMy name is Maurice, I live in the greater DMV area.

Virtually everyone lives somewhere especially true for those that pay taxes (in CA property and income tax).  

Even if one tenant is responsible for rent payments, the others will live there and impact your liability as a landlord.Accountability:Requiring all adults to apply and sign the lease holds everyone legally responsible for the terms.