He should have some ideas and insight into what you can do under California laws.

Not lose money, of course, but less gain.  

New to apartment building investor and would like to employ value add strategies to build equity and wealth,cash flow should be positive.But my main concern is to build equity and wealth.So my target should be mom and pop properties,but as far as I worked with different brokers and research different market,it seems this kind of properties are really difficult to find.Any experienced investor can share insight here?

HiI am new to the Dallas market and would like to get some insight into the 75231 area.

I hope to glean from others experience as well possibly be able to give some helpful thoughts from time to time on areas that I have gained knowledge through my property management and my new endeavor as a realtor and investing.

I'd recommend contacting multiple local real estate agents who work in Trotwood to get better insights into the area.

John Thedford thanks for your insight.

Is this simply an investment with capital gains?

If I like the property and see worth in it, then I will bring my GC in to do a full inspection so this will not be my only look.Any insight will be appreciated.

Gaining trust in your ability to manage someone's money is paramount, and you don't appear to have a track record so it could be a difficult sell.