(I have children that could no longer play in the backyard unless someone sat and watched them) i replaced the 15yr old garbage disposal out of my pocket so I wouldn't have to deal with the incompetent plummer again.

A couple factors that come into play when assessing cost:1.

Quote from @Daljit Singh: Unfortunately, you will have to play this out.

BRRR can definitely seem like a beast at first, but once you get rolling, it’s a game-changer.

., the actual management of the property & tenant play a large roll in how long tenants stay in their home.

These types of loans typically require at least a 10-20% down payment, as lenders want to see that you’re financially committed to the project.There are ways to get creative but they still require some form of skin in the game. 

Within a year, the property was cash flow positive and had appreciated significantly.For you, I’d suggest:Look into ADU laws - They’re a game-changer in San Diego, especially if your partner is handy with renovations.Expand your market - @Dan H. makes a great point - it's a competitive market here!

Sometimes the best investments are the ones you wait for.Here’s the kicker: utilities and zoning can make or break these plays.

@David RobertsonFor what it's worth I've been playing around with your beta version of Flipper Force and would like to say; it has the potential to be a game changer for the flipping business.

These are huge when playing on the algorithm.