I want to know more about the area and build a team that can help me purchase and manage properties.   

I was wondering if you know how to answer this question without providing the word “Skip Tracing” to them.

There are several myths that we have to debunk before someone truly believes they can do it.You need millions of dollars to do a dealThat it’s too complicated to figure outThat permitting takes yearsIn those communities developments cost way less (think a couple hundred thousand along with a loan from a regional bank), permitting is not difficult (much less red tape), and the towns are small enough that both the city staff and the local architects and engineers and contractors all work with you to help you navigate the process since you’re all invested in making your community better.Note: The big boys can play in the primary & secondary markets.

I'm wondering if you can help advise on this situation.My mother currently resides in a property located in Los Angeles County.

This will allow you to split test the results with the agency and also gain experience with managing a team. 

Software will do the rest and help you keep it straight. 

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

In this case it might be more of a 20/65/15 to get what you need out of selling the 1st. 

So, Benjamin, if you're American I would give that some thought.Below is a link to a forum thread in which I outlined why, you can read if it'd be helpful. 

They are analysis tools that we use for properties in Reno, NV to help clients.