I’d recommend learning about finding motivated sellers, analyzing deals, and understanding local real estate laws.

Ensure you research local market conditions to ensure your fee aligns with property values, usually aiming for $5–$20k or 5–10% of the property’s ARV.

If you want a local contact message me and I can introduce you.

I'd love to connect with you since you're local! 

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

@Miki SheinaizenI recommend finding local meetups to attend. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521I have found all of my best connections at local meetups.For your BRRRR strategy, partnering with a local property manager and connecting with contractors early on can help streamline your rehab process, especially if you’re not local.

Be aware of any local regulations in Emeryville as well.Please make sure your 4plex isn't exempt from AB 1482.

https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/working-for-you/new-...In these extreme cases there is money to be made like most large development.  

That's what gets people killed.https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/mexican-cartel-leader-link...

if your doing a senior project I would suspect your best and most cost effective landing solution is going to be a local community bank that loves real estate.. in my experience most will want 50% down on the dirt and a ton of experience and a really strong balance sheet.Myself I always pay cash for the dirt this makes finding a lending partner much easier.