See, now we removed arguably 90% of those overwhelming potentials. 

Umbrella insurance can be a smart way to shield yourself and your partners from potential risks that basic policies might not cover.From what I’ve heard, local insurance agents familiar with investment properties in your area are a great starting point.

What qualifications do you believe you possess that would make you a good candidate to advise others on the quality, safety and performance of potential investments?

In theory, yes you could get under contracting adding "and or assigns" but really good odd's that's going to kill a significant # of potential deals.

Disallowed losses under wash sale rules increase the cost basis of replacement securities, potentially reducing future taxable gains.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

I have seen some properties on MLS that I contact my realtor and they may know right away the reason it isn't selling from showing it previously, or they can review the realtor comments that aren't viewable by the public on MLS.Other potential reasons I have seen properties listed on MLS for a long time. 1) Some investors may not be comfortable inheriting existing tenants.2) It may be it is a class C neighborhood. 3) Structural issues.

$500k would be enough to go out and buy something else leveraged that would potentially get you a better return.

I recommend reaching out to the builders directly to negotiate any potential arrangements.

Plus it drives down wages so existing population can’t move up in housing.Add in Airbnb and you drive up housing.Add in tariffs for Canadian lumber 3 years ago and potential future China and Mexico tariffs.  

As someone based in San Diego, I’ve also noticed that investors eyeing California real estate tend to focus on potential future development or expansion (especially if you have the patience to navigate local regs).