Currently I'm working for a crowdfunder in underwriting.I'm also in the process of selling my first rental in OC, I'll post details about that elsewhere.I joined BiggerPockets to learn more about investing personally as opposed to on a corporate level.

Regarding inspections, there was a law change at the state level limiting inspections by municipalities. so yea this is pretty normal.  

Wouldn't buying rentals get to your goal faster?

As long as you can keep your reserves at the right level, use the money to expand.  

Do you have a minimum median income level in the county or a certain poverty rate?

I do not mind paying for a level of assistance but I see using a full time manager limiting my chances for a profitable property. 

I do not mind paying for a level of assistance but I see using a full time manager limiting my chances for a profitable property. 

This you could probably get away with not reporting as income, and could use it to pay down your principal faster or save towards additional investment properties.

The faster the cash value grows, the faster their risk is eliminated.They also have the risk that the insured could die early.

@Marc RothFrom a macro level, we are currently in the growth phase of the RE cycle.