What do you have in mind? 

Full disclosure: I'm a licensed broker but don't actively sell any RE.

Same goes for number of LLCs and what to fund them with, since bear in mind that CA tends to be more cumbersome and expensive to have LLCs than other states.California is generally more cumbersome than other states when it comes to taxes and filings.

Everyone's mind works a little bit differently and if that is what works for you, keep doing it!

The secret to real estate investing success is activity.

BP is great for research too, but connections on the FB groups are better for finding active deals. 

Bill:Yes, I know that well, as my father is in his 80s and still "active" in real estate.

What other things I have to keep in mind while talking to lendors?

If you do find it and don't mind sharing, I would love the extra information.

I will layout some information below and I am all ears to advice from there.Current savings: $12,500 (with the capability to pull funds from an IRA if need be)Currently working with a realtor I've worked with before in my rental market who is also an active investorI have the proper steps completed for a DSCR loan from a company found right here at BP and the process was smooth.