I would also add, a contractor that you can buy materials for and they know how to put them in with little to know direction (reduces the management time of the project).

Collin is correct - take your time and go slow. 

Take your time, be wise, and time will reward you.

Westside can be rough especially for a first-time investor.

I worked at hospital diagonally across street so very convenient and at the time this 2bed 1bath was all I needed.

Thanks for your time!

I would just add that probate isn't really a painful process in most situations.

@Hitanshu ShahDon’t expect to recover losses—it’s usually not worth the time or cost.

If you're new to real estate investing and looking to get the best value, I'd suggest considering **house hacking** using an **FHA loan**—it can be a great option for first-time buyers.

As a lender, I see multiple parties signing a mortgage all the time.