I agree, the market can feel a bit overvalued in some places, but with the right team and strategy, there are still plenty of opportunities out there.For fix-and-flip hot spots, you might want to explore areas that are still affordable but showing signs of growth.

The line looks completely dry with growth flaking off; how long has it been since any water has run through the line? 

Between forced appreciation on general improvements on the property and the capacity to add an additional residential structure, the sky was the limit on value growth.

Without that it will be a tough task to accomplish unless you work out some custom structure or bring the GC on the loan with you so you can leverage their direct experience.

Primary targets are located in cities (100k+) with positive population growth over the past five years; possessing easily identifiable macroeconomics. 

Market Research: Study the local market trends, job growth, and property appreciation to ensure long-term profitability.

She found some green growth on the bottom of her nightstand and bedroom dresser.

Switching professions can accelerate growth, especially if your current job supports financial stability.

I live in Northern California and my goal is to flip houses out of California and roll that income into rentals for equity growth.

My recommendation would be to tell yourself you are going to do 1 real estate investment related task a day / every two days / every three days (whatever that cadence looks like for you).