HELOCs are great for quick cash needed, and ones where you'll pay down the balance relatively quickly (think 0-12 months).

send me a PM and I created a quick video series of starting a LLC - goes into getting an EIN, registering with state, registered agent etc.

I also did a quick search on this platform for contractors certified in LA (http://203kcontractors.com).

How quickly would you like to scale your portfolio?  

These loans are quick, and require less documentation. 10-15% down payment depending on experience. 

This can help guide your decision.

It's as if Oregon and Washington are racing to see which one can more quickly resemble the cesspool that is California. 

Houston is a little expensive, especially when combined with current rates but there are some BRRRR deals that can work with decent ARVs...just as a quick example, here's a ranked list of properties by BRRRR in Houston - there's a few that potentially make sense but not a huge amount of choice.

Inventory Sales have bounced back quickly from a slow month of January and have remained regular the last couple of months.

Paying contractors quickly is instrumental to them being on your side.