Most of my properties are older (15-30 yrs) and maintenance is becoming a creeping problem. 

Here is the link to the HUD booklet for the fair housing guidelines.

Is it worth it?

out of state BRRRR is incredibly difficult. 

If you're considering this route, comparing different providers and understanding their specific requirements is advisable.

How is renting your basement going?

This is not my first huge rehab so I am ok with that and the price.

They have $30,000 worth of arrears, and because they would be coming out of pocket if a buyer were to negotiate with them on price, price is pretty much non negotiable.

Ben is working with accredited investors for now but is looking at the crowdfunding playbook in the future.

AB1482 states that "single-family homes/condos (residential real property that is alienable separate from the title to any other dwelling unit) are exempt from AB 1482 if (1) the owner is not a real estate investment trust, a corporation, or a limited liability company in which at least one member is a corporation and (2) the owner provides the tenant with a written notice of the exemption"The part that is confusing is "...a corporation, or a limited liability company in which at least one member is a corporation."