Seller wants $160,000 cash out which leaves $50,000 in equity for the buyer.I had a taker from CA but he couldn't come up with the cash.I was not aware of anyone that understands that kind of deal.  

LTR could get $3200-3400.3-just purchased in August a townhouse in Costa Mesa California 3 miles from the beach walking distance from the back bay great location.

I think our cooler climate and fresh water resources are going to attract a lot of population in coming years, especially as CA/FL become impossibly expensive for many people. 

I think access is a major stumbling block to the Oregon coast. its just a long way from everywhere.. and the amenties as you state that are missing.Its super popular though for Oregionians no doubt.Keep in mind though from Jenner CA north through Ft.

Again I am not an expert on CA ski area but I imagine hot tubs are popular amenities. 

It's against the law in some jurisdictions (OR, WA, CA and others) to even approach someone in a distressed situation unless you are an attorney, a realtor, or a registered "Distressed Property Counselor" and you can't benefit by buying or wholesaling the property.Equity Skimming and related penalties of sentencing are detailed in 12 United States Code USC Section 1715Z-19.

Quote from @Jeff Sanders: Personally coming from an agent/investor in CA, I always get a quote from a broker of mine and make sure I am knowledgeable with the fees/costs.

California law requires abandoned tenant property under certain circumstances to be sold at public auction.

We work with lots of clients from both coasts, but especially from CA, helping them find investment properties with residents in place under 2 year leases from day 1!

FL seems to have reigned in HOAs recently, so who knows what they are allowed to do.I know that in CA, an HOA can ban smoking in units because smoking is not a protected class and the HOA has an interest in the safety & health of the building.