Of course I do not know exactly how the others would be involved but I am assuming that they will both be highly involved with the remodeling/rehab project. 

Convincing her that it is not the same as going to the casino and betting on slots had been a challenge.

In short, I had plenty of work cut out for me if I bought this property.I negotiated with all of them a purchase agreement, which would involve my hiring a probate lawyer to help unravel the probate that occurred and try to get them the legal authority to sell me the house.

"risk losing her voucher, they're very hard to get, at least around here"You may be right but I will be willing to bet she will be back on welfare before you find a new tennat.

This involves investing using solid criteria and fundamentals, not speculating or relying on appreciation or rent growth, and of course solid cash flow.

I am bias but going to an engineer (3rd party) who doesn't benefit on if you do the repairs or not is your best bet to give you options on how to move forward.

If a transfer or refinance is involved then the title or escrow company should handle that for you.

I live in San Diego, CA, and I really want to get more involved in RE investing.

Your best bet is to start having conversations with local/regional/community banks in your area. 

@Alex Lee your best bet is to join your local REIA group and attend any other meet ups in the area.