The roof was replaced completely in Nov 2020.

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Venture capital money will flow to any state if the business idea is worth it.Doing a quick Google search looking only at top page results, I found multiple rankings that place Texas much higher than California:CNBC ranking Texas is 2, California is 32https://www.cnbc.com/2019/07/1...Forbes ranking Texas is 2, California is 31https://www.forbes.com/best-st...Chief Executive Texas is 1, California is 50https://chiefexecutive.net/up-...Bipartisan Tax Foundation state business tax ratings Texas is 11 and California is 49https://taxfoundation.org/2021...No doubt California has a strong legacy of innovation and the existing talent base will make the state a powerhouse for years to come.

Start looking seriously in Nov/Dec. 

FI means creative and innovation time.

I learned the hard way and lost several offers due to being out bid (in nov 2020).Secondly, I'd suggest doing the house hack method (and BRRR if possible) vs. a SFR.

We locked in a house at $559k in Nov 2020, and were told it would be finished late spring to early summer.

We locked in a house at $559k in Nov 2020, and were told it would be finished late spring to early summer.

Innovation and leadership, as well as dual-encouragement in myself and brother to acquire appropriate licenses.

I'm currently exploring other new, innovative options for a low-cost, high-quality new construction option.