In my opinion the real value of tax deed investing is all of the embedded options it provides.

If you watch the zooms, use the resources they provide, and become part in the community, it would be very hard to fail.

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I have been looking at a variety of turnkey providers while researching markets I am interested in.

Can't buy as often here in San Diego but 1 door here is worth 10-20 doors in the markets that I was investing and growing more wealth with less doors is more preferable and provides for less expenses among other issues.House hacking in San Diego is the best way to get started with investing locally and it will have an immense impact on your financial future and net worth in the long term.   

Starting with a conversation with a few lenders or a mortgage broker can provide you with a clear picture of what you're qualified for.

However, it does provide a foundational understanding that surpasses what the average person knows about the industry.

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

There are full custodial plans and checkbook plans as I mentioned and either of these can be set up with companies that act as plan document provider.   

If you could help them by buying their house, treating them fairly, and providing the cash they need, doesn't that sound like a win-win deal?