Another key aspect is to learn all you can about the market where you want to invest.

I have section 8 units and so far have avoided the real nightmares of section 8 lore (the ones that steal everything, vandalize, pour concrete down the drain etc.), but I have had some real challenges such as just yesterday had a tenant OD (and pass away) in a unit, as well as not one but two kidnappings last summer, a tenant who’s son got shot in the face in the parking lot, some stabbings, countless fights and arguments and cops at the building and of course the missed rent payments (tenant portion of course which is only $50-100), and much higher turnover rate than my non-section 8 units just because folks who can’t afford rent generally have less stable lives and move/ are involved in crime/ go to jail/ fall off the wagon/ have incidents of domestic violence/ revert to homelessness etc. more often than other tenant classes.

In a jurisdiction where you can set policies to preclude having your unit approved by the welfare office it is a no brainer to simply avoid renting to S8. 

A person who likes interior design will think that is the MOST important aspect and not want to think too much about a foundation issue because it doesn't interest them.

We do need to confirm the best areas to look at, and avoid.

@Jacob D Adamczak  I agree with you about consumers really taking time to analyze all aspects before purchasing a solar system.  

I'm a licensed realtor and could easily list it for him, but wanting to do him a favor and avoid commissions if possible while.

What areas do we AVOID and what areas are best for long term rentals?

I like the house hacking aspect for a few reasons.

@Kal Airey Hi Kal - I would actually think about placing the property into a land trust vs straight into an LLC, this actually avoids the due on sale clause as well as additional benefits.