We own LTRs in Redding and Shasta Lake and have lived in this area most of our lives.

@Khalid Bryan another option if not affordable rental properties is if you would like to try the BRRR method I would look for properties that are not moving ready or maybe the condition prevents them for qualifying for an FHA loan or low down conventional loan, and do the necessary repairs to make it safe to live in clean and fresh.

I live in CDA but I'm up that way often since I work there.

If the owner lives in California and their name is on the contract, then the owner may be required to show up in court for legal matters.

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Good numbers- I will be essentially able to live for free by renting out the units and eventually cash flow when i move out2.

However, it does not look like the tenant on the lease is living in the property.

Do you live out of state?  

Seek out single-family or multifamily homes with space for conversion, extra living quarters, or rental apartments.

I live in Southern CA where cost of living is high as is real estate.