In fact, invest outside Calif for sure.I suggest you continue to rent and buy an investment property first.

I’d suggest keeping an eye on the MBS market, as suggested by others, and possibly speaking with a few lenders who specialize in VA loans when the timing is right.

These are factored into the mix.In the future, I will suggest that you request a move-out report along with pictures and/or video on what needs to be taken care of. 

It helps if you have verifiable past landlord references.I suggest using a service like Mayistay.

That is where I suggest starting as I've had some success.

You did not seem to know that.You then suggested I had something to hide for not wanting to file the CTA BOI, and I informed you I had previously filed.Thank you for notifying us that it has been reversed. 

I am open to suggestions.

As for the experience suggestion, thank you for your bluntness JHL, we all need that reality check, but I also have 42 years (bought my first property at 16 years old) and 5 generations of real estate investment behind me and am always looking for new developments in this dynamic business.

I would suggest that once you are done reading that book - give it about a week and read it again. 

@Jesse Strengunfortunately I’m not familiar with property managers in that location what I would suggest is I would look up NARPM and start with them..Below are some questions I would think would be a good starting point for you to see who really treats their company like a business or a hobby.My business partner is a regional VP for NARPM and I am happy to help if you need anything please reach outQuestions to Ask prospective management companies* What are your average days on market for vacant homes?