I took quite a break from buying properties and now on the hunt again.

@Anthony Zotto unless you have a LOT of landlording experience, do NOT buy w/o tenants signing a lease!

hi Heidi, I’m a local investor looking to buy in Pomona California, this fits my buy box.

He buys small barns and converts them into 2-3 bed cabins.

Generally buying in nicer areas leads to better experiences and confidence in your investing, but lower cash flow when you move out.

It sounds like you have a great background for investing as well as assisting other real estate investors in buying suitable real estate. 

With that said, I've done some research on the market and found the following information helpful in my considerations for Phoenix that you might find helpful as well:  Demand for both buying and renting property remains high due to the city's strong economy and growing population. 

It’s not a market where you can just buy blindly, but for investors willing to do their homework, it offers a strong mix of cash flow and appreciation.If you’re open to learning more, I’m happy to share some resources on how I’ve built my portfolio there.

When I first got started I didn't officially join any coaching programs, but I did buy the materials at mobile home university.

In some cases, federal tax credits like those for low-income housing or economic development might also apply if the project aligns with certain goals.Instead of buying the land outright, developers often lease it from the tribe, which can reduce upfront costs and sometimes come with favorable lease terms.