Quote from @Timothy Howdeshell: @Bien NguyenI suspect that this is very individual, but most buy properties close to where they live at first.

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@Timothy DailMany hard money lenders will not lend unless you have a few deals, or investing with an experienced flipper.

Timothy Maldonado awesome to here your jumping into REI!

@Timothy LewisYes, there is a balance to be had between the two. 

@Timothy Stevens Have you connected with any other real estate investor groups in the San Diego area?  

Timothy Harris has a good book on 1031 exchanges that covers the topic well."

@Timothy Hero Thanks for the explanation. 

@Steve Francis, yes this house was listed on the MLS.