I would keep asset-based loans in mind moving forward as you progress in your investing journey. 

That Realtor also takes pics of the progress for us and does onsite inspections of how it is going.

I previously worked with a contractor to help with permits and drainage since there’s a possible wetland issue, but unfortunately things fell through between us and I didn’t make progress. 

Looking forward to hearing about your progress!

Kyle has a lot of development underway as their mayor is very progressive and has been pushing multiple initiatives to attract business and growth (including tesla) 

I have been extremely satisfied with the way all the deals have progressed so far.  

Keep progressing forward, while narrowing down your asset type considerations, market, and your other macros.

Let me explain that better, imagine your rehab is $100k, you would need to do part of the rehab, maybe $10k, and then you can get the funds for those first $10k reimbursed so you can keep progressing with the rehab.Given your experience, I would recommend you start with a moderate or light rehab, mostly cosmetic work so that you can do it yourself and won't get your profit decreased by hiring third parties.

I believe in progress based on solid fundamentals and experience.

Congrats on saving up that's an amazing start.I would suggest holding off on flipping if you don't want to do it near you, although with $250k, you probably could find something even in California that you could flip, we hear horror stories from our clients all the time of how they hired a contractor but were not able to watch progress and fly in 2 months later to see almost no work done and most of the money spent.