If you have time, go visit some of the homes and secret-shop them to see how they compare to yours.I recommend looking at the market at least once a month for the rest of your life to keep an eye on things.

@Dar Baruchim you should see your first few investment properties and find experts to assist you.Buying sight unseen OOS is not recommended for newbies.

Recommend you find a GREAT PMC that can help or connect you with agent for acquisitions.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Understand you've received some conflicting feedback so perhaps it might make sense to go with the most reputable/recommended in your area. 

Hey Victor,I would recommend shopping around at a bunch of different brokerages and finding ones with the best split and broker for guidance. 

@Ryan SummersNo matter what California is going to get you whether your LLC is in California or notMy recommendation just buy in your name and get an umbrella policy

It's definitely recommended to get permits if you have not.

If you were looking to house hack I would recommend finding something that you could rent the top out as an air bnb (STR) and live in the basement with a completely separate entrance. 

I recommend getting a few under your belt before you get into heavier rehabs