I'm working with an investor client who is particularly interested in fix & flips. we've come across a number of lender owned / HUD owned properties with steep discounts.

I would need to learn more about my options though as my experience is limited to podcasts and a few articles on that subject. 

We host a free real estate meetup the first saturday of every month if you are interested in coming and meet some awesome real estate investors who are looking to do their first deal to savy seasoned investors.

But really, I have done this at least 5 or 6 times.

I can connect you guys, if you're interested in real estate shop-talk. 

My point here is I don't know how they guarantee a deal but that is an interesting proposition.  

It could even be (more) interesting from a lifestyle point of view as you'll get to stay in different cities/houses every time you go.

A line of credit is adjustable rate with interest only payments that will have a "draw" period usually of 3-5 years for investment properties (usually 10 years for primary home) then will amortize over the remaining term after the draw period.

My 2 cents is prices are crazy inflated right now, but believe it or not I think it will continue because of continued demand pressure for the area from people fleeing higher cost of living areas and moving there, with access to 87/17.

.: Hi all,I have to move back to Los Angeles in the near future and I’m interested in purchasing something I can add value to and exit within a few years.