hmm... a few useful bits of info from what I've learned so far without copying the entire fix and flip page from my website:An ideal place to start looking might be in neighborhoods that are in the 25-35 year old range; basically where houses are outdated but still hopefully in good structural condition.With this kind of unit, you can focus on some of the more basic, value-added repairs such as paint, flooring, landscaping, and other basic finishing touches.

You can easily cut project costs by 10% if you focus on the largest dollar expenses first (appliances, cabinetry, etc.).Not only that, but for everything that you buy there is a "price" and there is a "cash price".

what will be your focus now that you're on your own?

Let me know which strategy you think I would be best to focus on at this point(with the goal of $3k-$5k/month in mind).

This is because most banks focus on providing private residential financing for individuals of the local community, not large amount loans for real estate or commercial property acquisition.

This methodical approach helps you focus, and keeps you from becoming overloaded and confused.

What kinds of properties are you focusing on?

This allows the investor to focus more on acquiring new investments rather than spending hours handling the day to day property management functions.If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me on my cell.Lee WarrenProfessional Inspector #8411ProSpect Inspectors, Inc.Licensed Real Estate AgentCityWide Real Estate Services, Inc.469-682-0341

NEVER in the US History has this been issued and it is going to last only a couple of years where investors can deduct up to 50% of the house depreciation off of their income taxes after the first year of ownership....I do investment real estate all over the southeast, but I can't get focused on anything besides go-zone property right now.

i hear ya, that's why i'm completely ignoring CA and focusing elsewhere.