I had two different companies.. one in Oakland CA circa 88 to 92 all investors all private and all 100% of funds for loans put up from the investors. 

Quote from @Bud Meacham: The market is very competative in California.

I don't know where you are at, but earnest money usually goes directly to escrow here in California, but if they want to pay you directly and try to find you later in Vegas, that works for me.

Hey everyone, here's my quick intro: I live in Calabasas, CA and I'm moving to the PNW this summer.

Since I have to move from California to New Jersey next year, I’m considering house hacking with a multi-family home in Union City, NJ. 

Check CA laws, you don't want to run into issues of being unresponsive to repair needs. 

CA sun shines better, CA water tasts better, girls are prettier, bestest economy, just EVERYTHING in CA is better..... 

So I'm doing it now.I'm from San Diego, CA born and raised.

In that case, Carlsbad is buzzing with possibilities thanks to California's evolving zoning laws.

Purchase price: $184,000 Cash invested: $92,000 This is an international investment in Split, Croatia NOT Santa Barbara, California.