Then on top of that I have four multifamily in Southern California, and they really have not appreciated that much except for the value add that I have forced.

I'm looking to start off in areas with lower costs coming in, preferably under $100k single families but definitely under $200k.These markets are particularly appealing for novice investors, especially those from California, as they offer more affordable options compared to local alternatives.

good company I have used them in the Sacramento CA market as they are SF based or were when i did my deal with them..

Here’s some insight based on my experience:Question A:Since you live in California, it’s important to know that California doesn’t care where your property is located.

Sebastian in Claremont CA These are photos of the condo: https://www.zillow.com/homes/991-W-Sierra-Madre-Ave-.num.2-A...And And these above are the new home (ADU) rented for $1,875 p.m  Just trying to motivate you… that’s all. 

When you ask such an open-ended question like where in America should I invest if not California, you open yourself up to every real estate agent telling you their market is good.

But, there are still a few good ones out there and you need to dig deep.For example, Ivan if you want to buy CA 2nd NPN notes, you expect to pay at least 50% on a dollar.

Hi guys, this is a really interesting forum, also the other topics, however I hesitate to pay ca.350/yr to use it’s full functionality.

You'll actually learn useful stuff and won't be set back 5 years with an upsell.There's a Summit in Oakland CA at the end of August where there's a ton of speakers that post on BP, but it's not an official BP event.

*I USED to own properties in San Mateo Co CA (Silicon Valley)and found that the Building/planning dept was so malfeasant and next to impossible to work with that I sold my properties AFTER I spent YEARS trying to 1st get plans approved,** then completing the work.