When starting out, I would rather you focus on a marketing approach that you will be consistent with for 5-6 months.

And noting that the SEC “has claimed sweeping authority, but refuses to provide any rules, let alone consistent or coherent ones.”Got it?

It's about a three and a half hour drive from the Bay Area and has seen steady and consistent growth, even through the market fluctuations that other areas of the state have seen over the past few years. 

I would also need assistance with building the right team, which consist of a great lender, realtor (that has experience w/out of state investors) property manager, contractors, etc.Any advice is greatly appreciated, thanks in advance!

@Eduard Gibert Renart - Interest-only notes would produce a consistent yield.Another strategy is to buy discounted notes.

Thus, adding any amount of interest on a second is irrelevant if you lose everything.We know a few who specialize in seconds and consistently lend behind us.

Make sure to define your requirements and screen all candidates consistently.

Demand has stayed consistent this year and end of year has been crazy busy with tax depreciation purchases or value add. 

You need consistent income. 5 units is not enough to keep you afloat especially with your situation.

You're not wrong but there's a consistency of look and this is a higher-end rental (although I'm mindful that everything has a range).