Cash for them to leave?

Whether it's appreciation or cash flow?

I know that California markets are so challenging to invest in for cash flow (which is what I am looking for as a new investor).

DSCRs may have a slighly higher interest rate vs. conventional, but you need to look at whether the income from the property will cover the monthly principal, interest, taxes and insurance and still allow you to cash flow.

@Brandon Vukelich: I totally agree: STRs provide the cash flow I need, but policy risks and market saturation make me want to diversify.

I'm aware this bucks the trend of investing in OH, FL, etc. but I think (and hope) positive cash-flowing deals can be found with the right connections. 

If it was a front loading washing machine-perhaps-I'd remind them to keep the door to that open if you have one.

We are considering taking cash into our business to season for down payments on new properties.

My HELOC lender does not allow electronic payments just checks, but because my contractors generally want straight cash or else electronic payment, I usually cash the checks myself and then send the payments electronically (which is not great from the perspective of my HELOC transaction history, since it looks like I was sending the money to myself only).Please help!

I'm leaning more towards flips for my first few deals just to help create more liquid cash in my account.