Do note that across the metro that many cities are starting new programs forRegistration as a landlordRegistration as a rentalAnd various inspection program either randomly (Kansas City), upon complain (Kansas City), annually (Independence) or between tenants Grandview.Kansas Does have a law that says if your tenant refuses the city inspection, they can decline inspection. 

Seminars, youtube videos, and reading forums helps but rarely gives you the full picture all at once.

@Genny LiGreat question.I know the science, seen the videos, but still have not done this.My properties have lower ceilings at the water heater, even though they do have segmented rod replacement options.With the cost of water heaters, it may well be time for me to think of such things....

Good luck, I am looking into purchasing books and watching videos from the section8 bible.

What have I done so far: So far I've found a few deals, asked agents about them, and when the agent says who are you working on finance through I hit a wall. 1) I haven't been pre approved by anyone. 2) It seems during all of these podcasts/videos on BP they say "just make an offer" so I get tripped up when I actually get asked where's the money. and 3) well..

The seller was the one who contacted us to sell, then he randomly goes MIA so we never close on his house.Clearing up the books and go to get the 1k earnest money back and the title company tells me we need his signature to release it. 

My main concern is they handle the call in an offputting way and/or aren't well versed enough to answer random questions, losing potential business.

I would also check out some of the podcasts and video podcasts on youtube so you can avoid some common issues. 

Talk to your tax professional- you don't want to take random internet advice on an unexpected $40k of income. 

I'm extremely new to all of this, and have been diving into all the BP youtube videos & doing a little research in my own town to expand my knowledge.