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. 

We have tons of new apartment complexes, so renting out apartments in quads is taking longer since they offer less amenities.

The ONLY reasonable deals are:Appliances when purchased if you have a retailer that offers unlimited repairs/replacement for 5 years for 10% of price.

.🚨 Warning: If you advertise a 506(b) deal publicly, your entire offering could be invalidated, leading to legal consequences.2.

(Their offerings are now on a portal called “Swell”)One of the current offerings is a loan to a developer in Denver, offering 11% and maturing in Aug 2025.

You want prospective tenants to come see it, walk it, imagine living there so don't get in the weeds on the details or offer photos that aren't great. 

Quote from @Patricio Acosta: I finally found the perfect flip in Coronado, San Diego—the agent hasn’t received any offers, the listing price is reasonable, and the home has huge potential.

I'd link up with some of the awesome agents above like @Eudith Vacio or @Edgar Barbosa and have them guide you through the city and what it has to offer based on your buying criteria.

Hi BiggerPockets team,I am a rookie US real estate investor searching for financing options for my first deal.Personal ProfileCitizenship: IsraeliI do not have US citizenship or a long-term visa.Investment GoalsLong-term rentals in good B/B+ locationsLow-maintenance propertiesKansas City, MO/KS, or its suburbsI am familiar with what https://lendai.us is offering, but I am trying to find other alternatives.Thank you!

I'd check local STR FB groups and see if you have a local Real Estate Club.You can offer your services there, maybe for free in exchange for the experience.