I plan to make them into rentals by this fall.I’m looking to connect with someone who want to work together.

Purchase price: $690,000 Cash invested: $172,500 Took a gamble on a larger single family home in an up and coming master planned community.

I was planning on having the tenant pay for all utilities. 

Quote from @Colton Bridges: I recently bought a duplex that I plan to convert to a fourplex.

Your situation is so difficult, and the best plan is to get financing before we need it. 

What type of property do you plan to purchase(Single, multi, commercial, etc) and where do you plan to buy it?

If you need recommendations for estate planning attorneys or CPAs in San Diego, let me know.

Toby - getting your license for self representation of you're planning on doing a lot of deals is a good option.1) You have to hang your license with a broker unless you have a brokers license.

@Juliann MoralaA GC is suitable for estimating rehab costs, but consider hiring a property manager or investor-friendly realtor for unbiased opinions.Video Walkthrough – Have them record a wide-angle video of the interior and exterior to capture the whole condition.Floor Plan Mapping – Use an app like MagicPlan to create a detailed floor plan with measurements.Major Systems Check – Roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical—any red flags?

If you plan to hold longer than 5 years, I'd reccomend you wait it out.