Decades slipped by and, still US and allied forces were required to hold the line. 

I recommend you budget 5% of the gross rent (for the whole place, even what the rent would be if you were living in it as a tenant) for repairs and 5% for capital expenditures.

They should know more than the people at a big box store and be able to recommend a good one. 

High-end properties might require a white-glove approach with customized services, while more modest properties may prioritize affordability and efficient communication.

Can anyone recommend a HELOC lender for a SFH investment property in Los Angeles, CA?

If so, I always recommend getting the study done prior to rehabbing.

For financing, I recommend you reach out to @Andrew Postell

Lower Start-Up CostsTraditional real estate investing requires 20%-25% down, making it difficult for many to scale quickly.

@Andrae S Wiggins recommend you upgrade your BP membership to Pro to access the BP Calculators to evaluate rental purchases.Play with the numbers to figure out the purchase price that gives you your target ROI.That's the number you'll need to make an offer at, NOT what the seller is asking.Yes, you will get a lot of rejects, but whoever said investing was easy?

I would recommend looking at a loan with a short prepayment penalty if looking to get cash out, that way you can refinance again if rates drop again in the near future.