I think the neighborhoods close to transit will be slightly more resilient that those further away, since you will be betting on the Bay Area (and access to SF) rather than Oakland remaining hot in its own right.  

Well that is my bet on St.

With a good chunk of your own money in the deal, I'm willing to bet you will find a partner.  

Insurance is one of the most important aspects of starting up a short-term rental, and it's one of the most overlooked issues.In my experience, it's almost a sure bet that your normal insurance carrier will NOT cover you for any claim arising out of an Airbnb-style short-term rental.

I would bet your plumbing and electric would be questionable unless someone recently updated. 

Your best bet there is appreciation and having someone pay off your mortgage for you in 15 years.

SD total profits long term are among the best in the nation ... the trick with SoCal is in hedging your bets in the short run and opening up your mind to the possibilities.

If restaurants and bars stop to pop up in these neighborhoods that are popular with 20 something northsiders my bet is that these communities will benefit from a population shift of Gen Yers south and west who are intent on keeping housing costs low to stay in the City.

posted on her other morris thread.. yes another Morris nightmare and out and out fraud in my mind.. this is really a Rico act event i would be looking that way if I was a lawyer and morris has made millions he is a prime target.. not all people are worth suing but this guy from all appearances would be a good bet. there are no ethics in wholesaling .. as we know most are not licensed so its just Caveat Emptar  to the 3rd power

I bet it was a bit nerve wracking when you hit the button to send the wire transfer for closing!