No talking to will fix a person raised to live like a pig.  

But what it's really doing is making me a better business person. 

Quote from @Daniel Windingstad: Quote from @Obed Calixte: Some people have the personality, processes and systems & time to self manage, some do not.

I personally do recommend Columbus Ohio for many reasons.

I personally like Alabama and Tennessee a lot, depending on what specific area you're looking at.Look for Class B or C properties in stable rental markets, particularly single-family homes or duplexes.

I personally would revisit your strategy of buying a negative cash flow property in SoCal, right now.

Id have a lawyer on hand, this person seems like they will escalate issues once you notify them you aren't renewing their lease.  

Networking is the key to growth...I am always down for coffee if you want to connect in person. 

I personally do not touch equity in my own home to incorporate into my business.

I get that you are from there so you are getting emotional and taking my comments personal, which were not my intentions.