Imagine having the majority of the section 8 tenants, with that steady and reliable income.  

@Chris Ke With $200K for a down payment and the ability to invest full-time, consider starting with a 4-plex or multiple single-family homes (SFHs) within a 5-hour drive of Los Angeles in areas like San Bernardino or Riverside.

This may sound harsh, but I would actually put this on the tenant to get his rent payment back.

As RE developers we all know how important it is to hire good, reliable residential contractors. 

Specifically:How did you find a reliable supplier?

I want to purchase an investment condo for $150,000.I want to get Heloc loan from my other investment condo for $50,000 and use it as downtown payment for this condo.Can I get a 30 year fixed conventional loan for $100,000 and use $50,000 for down payment from heloc?

You need an income that meets three requirements:Rents increase faster than inflation to offset constantly rising prices.It must be reliable; it continues even during economic downturns.It must last throughout your lifetime.These are all long-term requirements, so the current interest rates are not the major issue.

Property values here have a steady history of growth, making it a reliable market for long-term investment.2.Tenant-Friendly Laws: While this might seem like a challenge for landlords, tenant-friendly laws create a stable rental market.

Here’s what made a difference for us:🔹 Mortgage Relief – Many lenders offer disaster relief options like payment pauses or loan modifications.

Focus on smaller single-family homes, condos with low HOA fees, or multi-family properties in these regions, and build a reliable local team of agents, property managers, and other professionals to ensure a smooth investing experience.