Jackie In general, condos are often seen as a better investment option compared to co-ops because with a condo, you own your specific unit and can have more control over its value and potential for appreciation.

Feel free to message me with any specific questions. 

@Mo Nueman what specifically do you need boots on the ground for?

Is anyone here familiar with note investing in Canada, specifically buying non performing notes (ideally in large metro areas)?

To your specific questions:1. 

Santa Barbara specifically is a very, very nuanced area for investing.

@Orhi TahiWhat data are you specifically looking for?

You can do it.You can read about this journey and our specific case study in the book - Lifetime Tax-Free Wealth: A Real Estate Investors Guide to The 1031 Exchange.A couple of suggestions - 1.

Focusing your efforts on specific forums related to your interests helps in making relevant connections.Offering value before asking for anything in return can set a strong foundation for future relationships.

I think you need to be specific about what you use in your screening criteria.