They just plug you into the conveyor belt of webinars and canned training that doesn't take them any time to create, but also isn't tailored to your specific situation. 

Quote from @Carlos Ptriawan: Considering the current circumstances, what is stopping me if I create brokerage that is offering buyer agent only with flat fee of 5k-10k ?

You can still easily find the 1% rule and positive cash flow and there's amazing appreciation potential.

More than likely, the same people created these startups are doing pump and dump.

Consider an installment sale if financing is an issue.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

And LA County already has laws dealing with any lot created prior I think to 1924 or 34..

Learning how to use the correct tools and materials for a job, YouTube videos and even ChatGPT will help you get through 80% of the problems you will run into.My rule was I would not mess with HVAC, plumbing and electrical Or if it would take more than a few hours. 

This creates a negative initial position.

They also handle legal matters, like making sure the property follows the rules or dealing with evictions if necessary.For finding deals, I recommend starting by connecting with investor-friendly agents in your target market.

For suburbs you really have to search for each cities rules.