Quote from @Jeff Sanders: Personally coming from an agent/investor in CA, I always get a quote from a broker of mine and make sure I am knowledgeable with the fees/costs.

Again I am not an expert on CA ski area but I imagine hot tubs are popular amenities. 

I live in San Diego, CA and not familiar with Sherman, TX, so every piece of info would be highly appreciated.Thanks!

It really reminds me of where i grew up in Cupertino Ca when tech took off and the orchards were turned into housing. 

There aren't many co-ops in Southern California, mostly in LA or a senior community in Orange County, but there's not much of a discount between condos and co-ops - at most, 10%.What is your source of the 10% difference data?  

Be aware of state transfer taxes and property tax reassessments, as some states (like California) may impose higher taxes upon transfer.

The other day I started the thread Why do people Buy Property in California? 

What we're getting here in CA is unpermitted, non warranties work.

California law requires abandoned tenant property under certain circumstances to be sold at public auction.

Also keep in mind when I started funding investment rentals in 2002 for CA investors 100.00 a month cash flow was the goal and accepted.. and even break even or a little negative was fully acceptable in markets with historic appreciation..