So are the A neighborhoods really more likely to appreciate than other classes?

I'd like to both appreciate and cashflow, and by going with a huge down payment, I think I can do it, even in Southern California.BTW, I am a newbie, kind of fell *** backwards into my current situation, and would like to grow my inadvertant good fortune.

It's a great way to increase your net worth and these loans can also be used to pull cash out of a property as it appreciates allowing you to reinvest money into new deals.Happy to discuss further. 

Any guidance on how best to make this happen would be greatly appreciated.

Not to mention Flood risk.I'm looking for Landlord friendly cities and intend to self manage the property.Any help would be really appreciated! 

Just because something can be done doesn't mean that you should do it.I would not own real estate within a retirement account(including SDIRA).Reasons1) Complexities with RMD2) Lose out on depreciation3) Appreciation when sold would be taxed at marginal rates instead of preferred long-term capital gain rates4) Etc

I really appreciate all the insights and advice !

At this time it was undervalued based on pure cash flow ROI even before accounting for the COVID smokies appreciation spike.   

Appreciate any help and suggestions.

Any thoughts and tips would be extremely appreciated!