Polk county and Orange are similar as well.

However, I believe taking the fundamental steps are very crucial in your age.First, you have to understand your "Why".

Likewise many investors out there don't want any sweat equity. 2) You are trying to compare apples and oranges.

You've neglected the most crucial information. 

Are there any meet ups going on this weekend 6/11/21-6/13/21 in Orange Beach/Gulf Shores area?

I am hoping to connect with some people in Southern California, most specifically the Los Angeles area but I would also consider Orange County.

There are several couples in my neighborhood who sold homes in Orange County, CA making a $700,000 profit and while the local wage base struggles to afford a $250,000 home, they paid $60,000 over asking, all cash, all contingencies waived on a $500,000 home and STILL have $140,000 left over.

Due dillgence in this case would be crucial.

I live in Orange County CA and I just got to get something in Texas- Thoughts and advice much appreciated. 

I can't say this will be the case every time, but no one is going to care about your property as much as you do, and doing good due diligence beforehand is absolutely crucial.