HUD homes can be found on a special website in each state.

Right on the SJ county HA website it says tenants pay about 30% for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Sec8)....just like every other county in CA.

Were you just not comfortable finding a good property manager and visiting the properties when you were able to (vacation maybe)?

Troy Baughman,The best thing you can do is keep a log of what properties you visit on what days with the Odometer reading; however, many auditors will accept a log that only shows the places traveled to and a MapQuest or Google Maps printout of recurring destinations to give an approximation that it is realistic.The log should have: Date, Miles driven, business purpose of trip.There are many great apps out there as James Vermillion mentioned.

However thanks to this awesome website I won't fear the mold!

I also have lists of Homeowner (they are available on IRS website) who owe huge taxes (more than 50K).

How about talking with other local investors and/or visiting a local REI club?

His website has reasonably priced training materials (under $100 last I checked), and I'm sure that he has materials to cover your request.

Go visit the operations, are they professional and busy...but don't bug them, what's your impression?

You can go to my website and find a link to events, and I'll have the next topic posted within a couple of days.