In the case of the stolen furniture I would also ask how did the police offer develop the competence to read a lease and decide that was a reason to not pursue the case? 

@Luke Tetreault I am new myself and working currently to get to that point, but what I intend to do at your point is to JV on deals or offer PML for high turnover deals (EMD/ Double close).

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.

While sophistication of your equity partners (private money lenders) will vary between residential and commercial, the principle of raising private capital is the same.You need to develop your own system which allows a constant stream of PML even when you don't need the funds and/or don't have an active deal under contract.For example; I raise private capital by offering free educational workshops for people with self-directed IRAs.

I've lived in other states throughout the country and each has its pros and cons but NJ does offer a lot and is a great place to live. 

@Alex Silangyes, i will buy - but only to BRRRR, or on seller financeand only if the numbers workmade 2 offers toward the end of last year on potential BRRRRs and got outbid. 

And try to master those taking as much time as you need to be comfortable with it.

Alta is a little expensive. https://learntitlesearching.com/contactus is 150$ looks like it has a lot to offer.

I came across a firm (KBKG) that offers a $400 DIY cost study (paying for a membership). 

What is your comfort level?