What would you guess as to the % of deals that were done fall into the high risk category.

It sounds like you already know how to market/find properties for your construction work - leverage that same skillset to find flips.You have an advantage over most beginning investors in that you know more accurately what the rehab costs will be for a certain project.

Now it's just sit and wait.Don't give up your home-field advantage, it will cost you more than you think.

You have a great shot at compounding rewards, and even if you buy at a bad time, the next purchase, and the one after that, will take advantage of lower prices in a system that can't help but make you rich over time. 

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

I am a licensed contractor, have a budget realtor I work with and I get my funding at 1pt and 5% and even with those advantages I am fixing, renting and refinancing because there just isn't enough profit in the fix and flip to make it worthwhile to sell.  

Plus, the seasoning of the company can make it easier to secure better credit terms or refinance quickly since lenders often view established entities more favorably.One of the biggest advantages, though, is the flexibility in negotiating the down payment.

Their advantages, disadvantages, etc. if it is possible to invest close, maybe not in California, that would be a good idea so you can save and get experience with investing/management.

They are able to use the very advantageous terms and VA loan program to purchase homes that eventually become rentals properties.

Securing quick funding is essential for taking advantage of time-sensitive real estate deals.