And Grandma now gets to write off business trips to go see the grand kids every year.  

Really just looking for like minded people who aren't into gate keeping and don't mind lending a helping hand to a total beginner!

My business partner manages 20+ UB South campus properties for an out-of-state group.

I wouldn't be buying in CA.Growing up in the SoCal area, yes the appreciation has been great the past 20 years; but they way the state is headed, people continue to leave.Red tape in California has caused business to evacuate, high net worth individuals are also beginning to exit the state.Food for thought.

You can probably get a line of credit for your business and use that if you don't want to front the costs.

I’ve personally met some lenders and financial professionals with interesting products at local networking events, and it’s a great reminder of how important it is to connect with people in the community.

I am not for gouging people, and there are good tenants at all price points, but at a very general level, lower rent draws lower end tenants.  

I love that you took the time to investigate WHO you would do business with, which is so important!

If you can do these couple of things, especially connecting with an agent and lender, your entire business will fall into place. 

Many people do that in order to buy more real estate.