Minimize expenses and pocket as much of that $60k as you can.

California has it's pockets of high crime areas, but San Diego is not one of them. 

I just couldn't find deals that allowed me to be all in after purchase and rehab for no money out of pocket like I used to. 

I call them in-between because they are conferences, so not like your local meetups, but they are not truly "industry" conferences like NMHC, where you will meet primarily career, corporate multi-family people.Bigger Pockets Conference and Best Ever Conference are two that likely would cater to people more in your position.  

At the end of the day, cashflow is what ends up in your pocket.

Other than that its just a numbers game....every X offers gets you Y contracts....go find the numbers.

Clear and reassuring update.Thanks again for posting itThanks Bigger Pockets

Nothing wrong with being a bit new - there are options out there for all stages of the game. 

If you want to be taken seriously I'd start saving for your first investment opportunity, maybe pick up OT or a second job to show you have skin in the game.

After 20 years in the investing game, plus working as an investor-friendly agent, I’ve learned that hesitation can feel like a big hurdle but often ends up being the push you need once you break through it.I’m personally based in San Diego, California, and licensed here, but I’ve also looked into projects across the country with folks who sought better cash flow.