Yes - from time to time one of my tenants will do something boneheaded to damage a property that causes me to roll my eyes but the majority of them keep it to a minimum and move-out damage is minimal (typical things like wall damage - mainly nails and screws) or scratched wall and/or baseboard paint/oil on the wall near the stove.'

You have the basic concept nailed and you're not looking for advice on your overall investment strategy which is tailored to you and your family.You have your agent and broker, now you need a contractor and PM.

You pretty much nailed it with Tahoe Park and West Sac (West Sac is definitely underrated and up-and-coming). 

I was getting failed for having unused hot water tank, windows nailed shut, loose hinges, defected paint areas, etc.

So there could be a potential Cap on your rental income in the coming future.

There were lots of staples, nails, and some water damage on some parts of the wood.

The challenge you hit the nail on the head is the low inventory and the money that is flowing through the economy along with people not knowing where to put the money then realizing real estate is a good option has a huge impact.

Hit the nail on the head.

Some of these STR's rent for $3200 per month just for 1 bedroom in some homeowner's homes.So, what the city of Hermosa Beach does is they have a special department that goes through craigslist, newspapers and somehow they call the STR owners and they nail them for avoiding the 10% tax.

We do specify certain things in leases: how often pet waste must be picked up, keeping dog nails trimmed, etc.