Not sure if this has been asked before, but I have a question about accessing equity.

I've been real estate investing for about 5 years now, and want to improve my processes.

I think you need to get it financed as land with improvements. 

For me, the area absolutely doesn't improve at all beside a small section of inglewood adjacent to the 405; i would even say that some parts are even getting worst.

They must also have 24/7 access to their breaker panel.

Over the years have you noticed the public schools improving or have they been getting worse? 

@James Maness, If the properties held in your IRA produce enough income for you to live on - you could access your retirement funds prior to normal retirement age without penalties.

Your realtor may have access to the same or similar tool. 

I now tie my identity to daily activities (learning and improvement) and the results are taking care of themselves.I am understanding and gaining control over my mind (your #1 above).I hit the gym first thing in the morning and eat a can of tuna and low sugar protein shake for breakfast...a workout and 45 grams of protein is a good way to kick off the day. 

It does not give you access to the 1st lien.