Seller financing is a good way to start if you are looking to sell to your current tenants, other than that, you will need to run into a proper plan why you will need that and how long will it take you?

Hi everyone my is Carlos i am currently in Costa Mesa.

Sale your current house.  

I'd highly recommend house hacking in your local market since you're in one of the highest cost of living areas in the US, especially if you're renting currently and planning on staying in the area for 5-10 years.It sounds sexy to go out and invest out of state for your first property.

Note you must be an accredited investor to participate.A con that turn some people off DSTs is they come with higher fees than out right owning a stable, low maintenance property; however based off what you described DST fees are far below what you are currently paying. 

I do have a family friend who is currently building in my market.

The value add was recognizing what the current regulations could allow the land to be used for (basically recognizing current land use did not optimize the value).Good luck

I am currently living in one of the units and renting the other one.

Provide clear instructions on where and how to pay to avoid confusion.Recover Security Deposits: The current property manager is legally obligated to transfer tenant security deposits to you or the new management company.

It is currently rented, and we are bullish on the building and plan to keep the unit in our portfolio.