It doesn't have the immediate cashflow that flipping does but it will help you get to where you want to go.

Currently I'm trying hubspot integrated with dealmachine but it doesn't click with Open Letter Marketing who recommend Invelo instead.

That doesn't mean you shouldn't BRRRR.

Basically they'll come up with reasons as to why the "guarantee" doesn't apply to your situation. 

My first deal looks like it will fall through because the bank doesn't like my work history. (4 months as a union electrician, which the bank considers contract work).

It is debt you are obligating yourself to and lenders and the federal government think of it that way.Missing a payment doesn't mess up your credit, but it does mess up your day when you get sued or prosecuted. 

That doesn't mean you shouldn't BRRRR.

Come on, it doesn't pass the smell test.One can invest in big-name syndicators' deals for $25,000 or $50,000 now.

CA, in total continues to lose 100k's of population and continues to add onerous legislation, including the state rent cap they passed a few years ago (doesn't apply to sfr's though).I am not sure why anyone would want to jump in the deep shark infested waters right before feeding time, unless you have a clear proven strategy, or a very long time horizon.

It's easy to obtain, costs very little, and doesn't require extra, on-going effort to maintain.