Although AB-968 doesn’t specifically mention “licensed” contractors, the state of California already stipulates that “anyone who contracts to perform work that is valued at $500 or more in combined labor and materials costs must hold a current, valid license from CSLB” (source: CSLB).With AB-968, if work is performed by an (un)licensed contractor in an amount that exceeds $500, disclosing that entity’s or individual’s name and contact information becomes a legal requirement.

My and my soon to be wife both graduated college at the same time and we make a combined $150k/year ($75k each) We are still living at home with our parents to save money, and we want to build wealth in real estate. 

Combine this househacking with joint venturing on some commercial property around the same market (5-20 units) with a few other investors that compliment your skillset and viola, you will obtain 30-50 units in 3-5 years. 

Affordable living, great economy, fantastic sports teams and entertainment. 

These properties are valued at a combined $430k and are both mortgage-free.

However it would not be something clear-cut, so it comes with risks, restrictions, and it certainly requires a much deeper conversation than we can entertain on this forum. 

You can also purchase inside of a LandTrust for additional anonymityPro- Legal protection; combined with the right type of insuranceCon- Traditional bank will not lend to an LLC with no track record. 

If you were to combine several of the units together to the point there are only 5 units in the building, would this destabilize the whole building and be able to bring the rents up to market rates once the leases laps? 

If it's a primary residence the total loans of $400k (1st + 2nd) equals 80% CLTV (combined loan to value) of the purchase price.

Some lenders will up to a 95% combined loan to value for a heloc assuming credit and income are strong.