Although, I am consistently learning the downfalls of doing this alone and want to build a team that can help me in my real estate investment journey.

Since you're in Los Angeles, buying would require a significant cash investment, but some things you can also do now or in the next few years include: shadowing a developer / realtor, get your real estate license (at age 18), and talk on a consistent basis with experienced investors.

Are much harder to make consistent money in than the new persons scratch and sniff will wrongly think.I buy off auction.com for $18k to $25k.  

Is there anyone willing to share the spreadsheets they use or a screen shot to get some ideas?

The park I work in is a straight shot from the highway and about 30minutes door to door.

Often times we have the idea that we can just jump in and win, and as good as it sounds, short-term success and luck may not be good enough for the long haul.Having the right mindset is knowing the inner you, what are your strengths, your weaknesses, and your ability to persevere until the end.Skillset is a must, knowing it will take hard work, and being an asset and not a liability, all the which will take time and consistent effort to continuously move the needle closer to our desired goals.Having goals set, a planer made, getting the right knowledge, and following the course until it is complete.There and many distractions as well as many excuses, all of which must be overcome.From one student to another, stay vigilant, and consistent, and never quit.See the end from the beginning and it shall come to pass.Back to the books, and to our success, blessings, and prosperity.One Building Block At A Time! 

I am looking for a more consistent deal pipeline and pre-foreclosures has piqued my interest.

consistency and never stop outsourcing financing because we are getting cluttered with deals that we are having to wholesale

The project will consist of a cosmetic flip on the upstairs & fully finishing out the basement. 

If you don't find one, I'll message you a long shot with some caveats.