Can always sell later.If I was in Texas, California or Washington I would be buying up new containers and starting self storage.  

For example, California has an $800 minimum franchise tax, while other states have lower fees or no franchise tax at all.

Yes, in states like CA you can often find better leverage using conventional loans and this is a strategy that can be employed.

I’m here because I’m interested in investing in small multi family units, duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes.

I have a house rental in California.  

Be aware of California taxes that will hit you in their other funds based on your income level.

CA taxes the **** out of everything.

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.

Premiums in Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Utah, and Washington jumped by more than 20 percent.The insurance situation is especially serious in California and Florida.In 2023, around 7 percent of realtors saw deals fall through due to insurance issues, with the share jumping to 13 percent last year as of October, according the California Association of Realtors.

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