Ive chosen an appraiser and will start having my own appraisals done so the lenders appraisal hopefully wont come in so low next time.

Zero into your chosen area code and find the right street in a good/safe neighborhood.

But the number one thing to do is to be a high earner in your chosen field. 

That will fill in wood pores and create a shell on top.

House hacking is a possible alternative, but given California's high real estate values, investigating other areas may be a good decision.Houston, TX is frequently seen as a favourable alternative for out-of-state real estate investing for various reasons: Diverse Economy, Population Growth, Affordability, Landlord-Friendly Laws, Job Opportunities etcRemember that success in out-of-state investing often involves ongoing communication, local support, and adapting to the unique aspects of the chosen market.Good luck!

Consider your goals and how your chosen passive income stream can help you achieve them.

(different loans have different seasoning periods for your funds and different guidelines on allowing gifted funds - something to consider) To determine closing costs you can call a local title company in your chosen area and ask them for their fee sheet and your lender should be able to provide you with any other fees associated with the loan.

Assuming they're refusing to pay, pore over every detail of your lease and proceed with exactly the processes called out by it (and get advice from your lawyer concerning State laws/procedures to follow in case they may trump your lease terms). 

There is a cabin on the property that can accommodate additional 6-10 guests but the current owner has chosen not to rent this cabin despite the numerous requests.

Let us know what keeps you going back to your chosen hardware store.