If you’re open to exploring outside the Bay Area, markets like Milwaukee, Chicago, and parts of Indiana offer strong potential for flips and rentals.

If you need some connections, I run the most active group of small landlords in the city and have a network of connections that you could potentially leverage.

This collaborative approach not only enriches your understanding but also opens doors to potential partnerships and investment opportunities.

First-time homebuyer-level SFHs are such a sweet spot for liquidity and demand, especially when the market gets tight.Quick question—when you're doing the homework for a potential deal, what's your go-to checklist for deciding if it’s a flip or a hold?

I recently read in Forbes that investing near growing transit hubs can offer great appreciation potential.

I've never heard money/profit described as cute, so it's not important.The most important thing you mentioned, was the rent potential and ARV. 

You'd learn and potentially earn a profit at exit.Another way is to wholesale the land.

Any advice on how to navigate this while keeping the deal intact or potential transfer of partners would be greatly appreciated!

.: Any idea how far south the potential for Santa Ana or similar winds goes?  

Attend real estate meetups and networking events in your area to connect with potential lenders and other investors.