Most of the software I use for deals for myself and my clients use an algorithm that will use statistical amounts for replacement based on current costs.

It will cost approx $4000 to remove the Oak tree based on a professional estimate.

Todays 30 year fixed rate mortgages are an astonishing 7.1% Based off that I am finding a lot of properties that, if at a 3.5% interest rate, would have a great 9% C on C return.

I am a New York based new-ish investor working to expand. 

I'm a Miami based agent who works with investors, experienced or brand new! 

Southern California is a tough market,  however, its doable based on our experience. 

Are there other markets I should consider based on my criteria?

The reality is at the beginning of your journey you should be happy to get on base.

The ease of buying and selling real estate wouldn't exist without NAR and MLS.Either way, this is like someone suing attorneys for charging a base of $250 an hour as "That's what they charge" and then a jury finding the attorneys liable for price-fixing.

Perkins - I'm based in Atlanta and fund a lot of SPEC new construction projects here, from 1-4 to 30-35 door multifamily and mixed use.