Keep moving forward and if you ever need advice, just summon me here in the forums, tag my name and I will answer your questions here in public.

Hello, my name is Andy and I a new investor.

These are very different than Subject-To, as the loan actually transfers to your son's name, and off the seller's name. 

Also google their name and cell phone number.

Start small with duplexes or triplexes, analyze deals carefully, and build a team of local experts.

The seller offered financing with 20% down, which I used to buy the place.After starting construction and realizing it was going to cost more than expected, I approached a small local bank that knew the property and would offer the rehab financing. 

Most local places are offering a CA Fair Plan within a couple days, but the DIC plan is taking weeks.I got in contact with Kin Homeowners Insurance, which I never heard of.

My name is Zapa, and I am born and raised in good ole Kentucky!

My name is Bryan, and I’m eager to start building wealth through real estate.

You might want to find local rei meetups to meet people in your market that are doing deals.