I tend to think the economics in the South Bay are strong for this strategy but my thoughts on that may differ from yours..Due to high home costs our local market, investors struggle to maintain cash flow under standard lending conditions/structures. 

In fact, not even sure it makes sense here...For example, 1 bed/1bath is a very limited market to work with which means you can have a struggle trying to move it forward and  the hoa alone  is super high, just these 2 factors alone are undesirable. 

I have found a good amount on wholesaling and how to generate leads, but I have been struggling to find anything on how to manage lists and leads

I have been struggling to start my RE investing career.

At such prices, you see an increasing number of tenant who struggle through life, even if they pay the rent, they may have too many problems to take good care of the property they live in.The term of trashflow property is the colloquiallism for such houses sold below $70k with yields above 14%.

Like Dave and Michael mentioned, there are tons of books, podcasts, forums, etc. that really helped me understand some RE concepts I was struggling with.

If they are struggling to pay rent on time now, imagine how difficult it will be around the holidays.

I'm struggling to find any information on that component, but I will continue searching.  

I have been struggling with focusing my market research to one locale.

Unfortunately it's often a power struggle or you're dealing with a mom & pop owner who are not the most organized individuals.... but that can be an opportunity for you!