I have been invested in Jacksonville for years and prices have appreciated considerably, and it is much harder to achieve even decent cash flow returns for an out of state investor.

My immediate goal this year is to have  over 50 unit by the end of the year and I feel that is very achievable. 

When I asked what they needed to get, his response was that they need to be made whole and that they have $900,000 in to the building.

I am a new member to BiggerPockets, as well as the whole real estate investing world.

Hi Joseph, Bigger Pockets is a excellent platform not only for learners,for also  achievers too.good  wishes 

But most people here are out of state so it's very hard for them to think they can achieve the same ROI while enjoying warm weather on the west coast.

I started to realize that whole thing wasn't for me which is why I started looking at different avenues (I have experience in sales, marketing and operations and would be open to full time positions in the real estate industry to really learn if you have any ideas!).

Make it clear that their failure to perform inspections enabled the problem to worsen and they are therefore liable.If they refuse to pony up, you can file a complaint with their Broker and then the real estate commission or whatever your governing body is for California.

Instead of letting 1 whole month go by trying to get a "high" rent, you can just drop the price.

Congrats,  with you achieving your initial goal whats the plan for your next year in real estate also how did you finance your other investment proporties.