If you intend to move after a year to ensure you have met the qualifications for an FHA, run the numbers both ways, as though you were living there and as though both units are rented out. 

You'll also want to ensure you have a good property manager to look after the upkeep of the property if you are not there to notice anything deteriorating or which may need attention.This article goes into a lot of the considerations about whether to form an LLC or not: https://www.mmpph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/May-2019-newsletter.pdfCalifornia is a sort of beastly state when it comes to taxes and filings.

This will ensure that when you have deals (and presumably experience), they will be comfortable to invest with you. 

Daniel - That makes sense, it seems like it's oftentimes a struggle to make sure you come into a situation where there was a preexisting relationship/agreement, and ensuring you have a full understanding in order to fully follow through.

I definitely recommend reaching out to a qualified professional that will save you time and money such as @Abel Curiel to ensure that your transaction receives the most value from professional experience.

Simply putting up plywood until the window can be replaced ensures you’re providing fall protection and security for the property.

I would like you to ensure that the following is done as follows: Every March & Sept yard spring clean (trim hedges, weed, mulch 1x year). 

We are 100% compliant and go overboard to ensure everyone is treated exactly the same during the entire process from first contact to however far they make it.It's up to you, but if I were in your shoes, I'd find myself an intelligent, go-getter college student and pay him $25-$40 for his time to drive over and go down your checklist.   

@Brandon Duensing without knowing your background my advice would be to ensure your numbers are sound through the use of professionals.

Pretty seamless, but they did have to review my trust agreement to ensure i was the beneficiary.They may be being difficult or lazy, or they may not be comfortable with a land trust.