Unfortunately for me, I have a wife and 2 kids so that option is a little more challenging for me.

Also, in spite of having construction knowledge, renovating an 80 year old house presented some challenges that kicked my backside.

But the work is not challenging and my fellow co-workers have instructed me to slow down on numerous occasion.

look for multiple mortgages in succession or filing of satisfied or liens.  

If they don;t contact you to work out something (like cash for keys or a definite time to be out) you have to start the eviction process (and that is going to vary state by state) In MA the foreclosure can be challenged in the eviction process if you can believe it.I would check with a local attorney for specifics of your area

When I read a post; a cry for help, for guidance, a problem that needs to be solved from someone just starting in this business, or a pro with a challenge.....it triggers something that I remember and experienced and I just want to get this keyboard clicking.

This state is very challenging with the high cost of real estate as well as CRAZY taxes.

I figured the extra money through tenant rent and (eventually) investment would be very helpful with my lifelong goals. although I know there will be a challenge of fixing or maintaining the house would not be easy, I am up for the challenge. 

Is wholesaling challenging in California?

Now I have to figure out what to do with my primary residence (I need to move into my latest purchase to satisfy the VA loan).My current primary residence will sell quick for $165K.