Does he understand, Deeds, Due On Sale, Insurance, tax implications, servicing, contracts and so on?

My biggest conundrum now is I want to be my own GC because even when I play with smaller numbers they’re still out of reach for me to be able to attain this goal and afford the monthly mortgage with taxes and insurance.

So obviously being in foreclosure, absentee owner, tax lien or any of such "distress" doesn't make you motivated.So what you need to ask yourself is "how do these software determine who or what is a motivated seller right?

BTW behind Texas.When all forms of taxes are calculated (income, property, and sales tax), CA ranks below the middle of the nation in total tax rate.  

I’d love your input on whether this deal could appeal to investors and how best to structure it.Property Details:Worth: ~$300,000HOA: $273/month, Taxes/Insurance: ~$170/monthCurrent Rent: $1,880/month (long-term); next tenant advertised at $1,950/month.Mid-term rental potential: ~$2,400/month (I haven’t tried this, but it’s my estimate).My Financing Idea:Large down payment: ~$125,000 (This is my priority to reinvest elsewhere).Seller-financed balance: ~$175,000 at 4.25% for 30 years.Buyers take over taxes, insurance, and HOA.Questions:1.

@Nicole GrazianoI recommend that you have a consultation with a real estate tax accountant regarding your taxes.Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant. 

You can borrow  against a 401k or another property you own for example, but that would a secured loan.

A lot of Chicago workers are moving to this area to escape IL taxes and politics.

Don’t want to pay taxes on the capital gain.

I have also been doing quite a bit of research on Loan's, tax consequences etc., and am working towards being a expert in this niche.