Disclosure,  I founded Turbo Tenant

Not sure those books will get into the TX specifics, like lock types required, how to handle a security deposit, safe harbor when charging late fees, required lease disclosures, etc. 

@Richard Arakelian in non-disclosure states, like Texas, third party sites are not the most accurate way to get get accurate rental data.

Although those advertised rates do exist, when reading through the legal disclosures attached you will see who would qualify for that rate and the high amount of points that they would pay.

Full disclosure that I am a total newbie (with a few books under my belt), but very eager to put in the work, learn a ton, get my hands dirty, and give back whatever value I can offer.In particular, I was hoping to get some help and insights into SF landlord / tenant laws, and things to look out for when buying a property with tenants already living inside.

I have completed transactions like that and the contracts on this method are over 40 pages and you have to make sure you know what you are doing the entire way through, as well as proper disclosures. 

@Derek Askew   Full disclosure, I don't own any units in the Valley yet but am also trying to get into this market.

Once you make an offer, depending on what State you are in, you’ll likely get a set of disclosures from the SELLER (yes it is issued by the association but legally it is the seller / current HOA member feeding you information). 

@Reid Mathews if you are looking for passive real estate investing opportunities it may be in your interest to investigate Fundrise (full disclosure: i do invest with them).

Hi Sipan, you may want to consult with a licensed home inspector regarding the need to replace PEX plumbing (mentioned in your post), as the Sacramento Disclosures and Disclaimers Advisory specifically mentions Kitec manufactured pipe, and does not state that all PEX piping is of concern: 14.