I recommend not doing what your are proposing.  

Going direct instead of having a GC do the work will save you money too since that GC will put a percentage on top of work. 

How do I reach you for a call ? 

This forces you into an endless loop of Cancel - "Retain my benefits" What do I need to do to cancel this membership?

I’ve got a TN LLC that I registered as a Series LLC (with series language in the Op Agreement).

I agree that the market is very competitive in California - especially if you are searching via the MLS or making offers to distressed or vacant property homeowners. 

House hacking a 2-4 unit property with FHA (3.5% down) or Conventional (5% down) can be a smart way to start, while DSCR loans or partnerships can help if you need alternative financing.

And where can I buy it? 

As a new investor, I made the common mistake of being too aggressive, starting with seven distressed units all at once.

I looked at their books at that is their actual expenses at this point.