I currently invest there and am always on the lookout but here are my opinions just based on personal area knowledge. 1) Pinpoint an area or a few areas in which you prioritize your time.

Hey @Jason Dirks,I might be interested in partnering up and collaborate with some rehab projects in the San Diego area.

I'd prioritize doing a good deal over stressing about doing the perfect deal, if that makes sense.

Should I prioritize paying down current mortgages as fast as possible with any additional income vs. leveraging investment properties to buy an additional property vs. selling our old home to trade up (e.g., buying a vacation rental in a high-demand area)?

Third, working collaboratively with the seller proved to develop a stronger relationship than had we been competitive/combative, which helped us navigate big maintenance and vacancy issues.

I pivoted, I grinded, I collaborated, I commiserated, and I figured it out. 

I know others, however, who prioritize that extra 1/8% point and will take on any stress since they know its just for that few weeks..Hope that helps. 

Instead, make sure to prioritize the security deposit and use discretion in choosing renters.

I pivoted, I grinded, I collaborated, I commiserated, and I figured it out. 

I concur on eXp, but will add that we have an amazing network of investor agents that you can collaborate with via our Workplace Groups, so there are a vast array of resources available to you online including some training for investor agents.