There have been at least 3 studies that show this is true for virtually every large city in the US (you can internet search this).- buy and hold is currently tough in San Diego.  

Study the market.

Start studying comps and understand what is a good or bad deal and why.

As everybody has noticed the increase in materials and labor has skyrocketed which has thrown a wrench into condominium reserve studies. 

Complete a cost seg study - combined with leverage it is feasible to deduct your entire equity contribution in year 1.Also follow me for more insights around cost segregation and real estate taxes!

Use this guide to discover the best places to find foreclosures and pre-foreclosures so you can scale your real estate business by purchasing properties below market value.1.

A recent study showed that 80 people are moving to this city every single week, which will continue to increase housing demand.

Here's an article with additional FAQs on cost segregation studies that you may find helpful.

I have studied the market there for a bit now and am comfortable with investing with decent Cash Flow and modest property price gains.

For example, you may reduce the maintenance and capex to 5% and then discover turnover occurs more often than you had planned.