I have serious doubts that the company officers have maintained their fiduciary duty to RAD's investors in many of these related-party transactions. 

To thrive in real estate investing, you must maintain a firm grip on your finances.

However, alternatives like a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA), a 60-Day Rollover, or a Roth IRA Conversion can help you avoid penalties.A SDIRA allows you to invest directly in real estate while maintaining the tax advantages of your IRA.

(Usually you cannot use prior employer history until you have been at your new job for 6 to 12 months, depending on the underwriter to show that you are maintaining the same level of bonus/overtime/commission income that you had at your prior employer).

When you start, the company may give you a small existing portfolio, but then you'll have to maintain & grow it to make a decent living.You could also work as a leasing agent at an apartment complex.

I like new construction since there isn't any deferred maintenance and the properties should be relatively maintenance free for the first couple years (although it's good to include maintenance/repairs in your pro forma and maintain reserves just in case). 

Until 2021, prop 13 was maintained on all CA property until sold.  

Investors can find single-family rentals and small multifamily properties that generate consistent rental income while maintaining solid equity growth.With $200K-$250K, investors can secure multiple rental properties or a high-quality single-family home in either market, providing strong cash flow and long-term appreciation. 

No one's perfect and honest mistakes happen and a PMC often needs guidance as to what level an owners wants to maintain their property.Wasn't trying to solicit your business,so I'll respond via DM about the rest of your questions:)

I completely understand the importance of maintaining a professional relationship with tenants, and I will definitely keep that in mind.To answer your questions, I am still working on narrowing down my price range, but I’m aiming for something budget-friendly as this will be my first purchase.