You have the area experience and data to help you, but courthouse steps auctions are blind bidding (other than what you can find through the windows), all cash, 10 percent down at the time of close, and not always clear on all of the liens associated with the house (tax liens, HOA liens, utility liens, etc.). 

Happy to help if needed!

I am looking for a mentor to help guide me investing in real estate in Bay Area.

I wanted to rent out our previous home and get another property that we could afford, and that would essentially pay for itself via house-hacking - Searching through that lens as my goal helped me be creative to make the deal happen, and it kept me on track rather than being persuaded by any house on the market.

I am an inspector, wholesaler/investor, GC, and help consult with other investors!

Any help or guidance would be appreciated!!!

@Mike SavageIf selling everything feels too costly, a staggered exit strategy (selling financing) could help reduce the tax impact.

Hi everyone, thank you all in advance for your help with this! 

I have a small portfolio and I am on here looking for some help and direction!

Thanks all for the replies, those are really helpful information!