I live in San Diego and am trying to purchase my first investment property I have about 150K to put down but am struggling to find deals that meet my price point. 

When running your numbers, if purchasing a home that isn't new construction and less than $1MM, I would estimate 1% - 1.2% of the purchase price as your annual insurance premium. 

I have recently started writing down addresses of run down or abandoned properties that I would like to purchase, but I only have the owner's name.

They claim to market on dozens of online channels, and they seem to know the right amenities to feature, have great design, services, experiences etc.

Of course, every owner's situation is unique and factors like the legal entity involved, purchase date, adequate passive income that can be offset with the cost segregation study, etc., will need to be considered.

Purchase price: $545,000 Cash invested: $545,000 New Construction Duplex - Beautiful Design and very nice curb appeal. 3 bedrooms 4 bathroom - All bedrooms have private bathrooms.

I sunk a large amount of capitol into these when I purchased them just to make sure they were nice. 

Purchase price: $839,000 Cash invested: $83,900Bought an up/down duplex 4 blocks south of Sloan Lake.

I can provide him with an online log in so he can review the books from his office.

Since you purchased your primary recently and in Houston, I personally am bearish on your appreciation potential.