Plenty of people invest remotely, and as long as you have modest expectations (not chasing the highest possible yield), and are using light leverage, and don't get suckered into buying in a part of town that you wouldn't feel comfortable visiting in broad daylight, plenty of people do this and do... fine.

My question is about the funding for the project.

I just include the utilities in the rent.

Originally posted by @Eddie Torres:@Natalie Kolodij Standard or foreign LLCs in California still cost $800 annually unfortunately.  

Quote from @Brett Merrill: Thank you for the post! 

Here are some tips to help you start on the right path:Education Is KeyInvest in yourself first by reading or listening to books and podcasts about real estate investing.

MAREI meets next week - we have a new meeting place starting on the 12th at the Double Tree. 

I think you need to find a good local agent, network with investors(local meet ups, FB groups, etc) and learn more to dial in the gameplan. 

I’d love to hear any tips or strategies that have worked well for you in real estate marketing, especially with PPC campaigns.For those who’ve done this successfully, are there specific keywords, ad placements, or campaign types that you recommend?

Anyone have some good tips for wholesaling around a full time job?