Shoot me a PM with the address, and I can give you info on prices and typical turnaround time.

I would want to see the permits too so I guess that's their bad for trusting people.

I have the name and address of the owners but no phone number.

Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

I would never trust a realtor unless you know him/her well. 

If he proves to be reliable down the road you can re evaluate the trust factor.Trust no one who takes pain pills and lives on a boat and "needs the money". 

Without an exact address I assume closer to reseda is lesser value and closer to Woodland Hills is more value.

There are never guarantees when it comes to buying real estate in transitioning neighborhoods, but you can set yourself up for success by working with someone local who you can trust.

First off, I don't trust the Zillow market rent, I always look on Craigslist for comparable units offered for rent. 

Also for Grand Rapids New to semi new investors, what if I was to join with a few of my trusted colleges and do a 3 day training Q and A type setting for way less money?