You'll likely start to gravitate towards one type of investing based on your personality, then double down in that area. 

I personally believe it's smart to get ahead of the curve of this trend before ADU's become more of the norm in AZ.

My experiences there tell me that personally evicting is a huge headache. 

If its a 2-4 unit you only need 15% down using a True Portfolio program and you have DSCR as a back up that uses the STR rents to qualify and avoid personal tax returns or income.  

I am not affiliated with him or his company just a really great person!

I just talked with a Behr Rep and their new Dynasty line of exterior paint is expected to last 20 years, and that's in the desert..Personally after having been in the painting industry for over 40 years there is no paint that can be guaranteed to last 20 years. 

Hello,Have a more personal question.

I'm assuming you met the contractor in person right? 

The plan was to do as much in-person networking as possible (via regional RE networking events).

They have in-person meetings, and they also have chats often by Zoom. https://www.ocreic.org/