Would love an opportunity to pick the brain of someone who is seasoned in the game.

Thanks I hadn’t done a short term flip in a couple years and getting back into the game here in riverside county. 

Staying ahead of the game by understanding how local regulations align with state bills like SB-9, SB-684, and SB-423 can open doors to exciting development projects.SB-9: Simplifying Lot Splits and Duplex BuildsSB-9 streamlines the process for lot splits and duplex construction, offering a straightforward way to increase property value and expand housing options.SB-684: More Flexibility for Smaller ProjectsFor urban lots under 5 acres, SB-684 makes it easier to pursue smaller housing developments, transforming overlooked properties and vacant lots into productive investments.SB-423: Faster Approvals, Fewer HeadachesNo one likes endless waiting.

REALITY CHECK: THIS BUSINESS IS HARD.Wholesaling and buying houses off-market is a sales game—and sales is brutal.

What is the best way to handle it so that both LLC members have a skin in the game?

Like Eric said, investing is the long game.

How do we get back in the game while minimizing our risks on one income and with two kids?

Examples of lists: lis pendens; homeowners who purchased before 2015; for-closure list; probate; to name a few.This is a numbers game so you'll want to build out a sizable list in order to have good lead flow.

That’s a different game.

Obviously it is always a good idea to respect folks time, but find someone who also has skin in the game, investing where you are investing, can talk about their experiences, and also has built a network of folks who can support you after the transaction as well.