@Marc Anthony MacielIf you're diving into house hacking and multifamily investing in Southern California, you’ll want to focus on markets like Riverside, San Bernardino, Ontario, and Long Beach—areas with strong rental demand and solid appreciation potential.

Sometimes being able to pivot and adapt is better than holding strong to your buy box. 

The new tenants didn't know how to lite the brand-new stove.

While it may seem daunting at first, beginning with a clean slate allows you to establish clear expectations and build a strong landlord-tenant relationship from the outset.

I am having a little trouble understanding this, as I thought that if a double wide was built and then brought to a lot as brand new.. not having a used one that has been lot to lot.. and immediatly tied down to foundation (slab). that it would then be seen as real estate, and not manufactured? 

We're willing to live almost anywhere in the greater Sacramento area based on what we can afford, provided of course that the property is in a decent neighborhood that has a good chance of attracting responsible tenants.As for budget, I believe we could get a conventional loan for properties up to $600k, but my strong preference is to find a distressed property (or seller!)

Many investors are growing their brand and their online presence and this can be the bane of our existence if it's not something we excel at.

I had been discussing this property with the owner for a while and saw its potential—distressed but with strong fundamentals and built-in equity.The deal was a great opportunity to apply creative financing, secure a property with minimal upfront capital, and build long-term cash flow.

Whether you’re targeting strong cash flow or long-term appreciation, understanding the dynamics of each neighborhood is key.

This deal stood out due to its strong resale potential and minimal risk.