Newbie from Bay area, CA

[Ket Pat]

Hello there,

I am from south bay area, California.

I have been listening BP podcast and other tools to learn RE investment over last few months. Now I think its time I jump in to start with moderate investment in single family or multi-family home and incrementally can build portfolio. I feel south bay is too expensive at this time. I plan to start with Merced (university town) or East bay so property can be commutable distance (1-2 hour drive), relatively easy to get rented w/ good tenants and hopefully have positive cash flow from day 1.

I would appreciate if anyone can share insight or advise. Thank you in advance.

Thanks,

Ketan

[Chris Mason]

Welcome, @Ket Pat.

The Bay Area crew, as I'm sure you have no doubt figured, is super helpful and friendly. Don't hesitate to reach out to anyone. 

Some folks are speculating on future/planned mass transit stops. That is a bit of a gamble, but hey it's what folks are doing.