I would consult your lender and make sure you don't run into any issues getting your owner occupied loan after doing a non-occupied loan.

Also how do I make sure all secondary damage such as gutters, siding, windows etc are covered and accounted in insurance claim.

I am not sure of his financial situation but it is not really a problem because I can get all the money from my lender that I need. 

This will help you meet lots of different people in the industry who might help you along your journey or at least share their own experiences that you can also learn from. 

I'm not sure the best course of action here... 

Would be happy to connect to learn more about investing in the Central Valley, and pick your brain on Bay Area as well.

Surely there is a way to search for multi-unit properties only?

- NSS Lending LLC- Goldstream Capital Loan- Gap Funding partners - Tyrone Harris- AD Mortgage- FlipCo Financial not familiar with any of them.. just make sure not to pay money up front.. 

I moved from Florida to start investing in Columbus because of the same reason.https://www.zillow.com/learn/hottest-housing-markets-2024/

Hi Ambrea,To get into fix and flips, I started by focusing on a few key steps that helped me find success:Educate Yourself: Learn the market, analyze property values, and understand rehab costs.Build a Network: Connect with real estate agents, contractors, and lenders.Secure Financing: Consider hard money or private loans for quick capital.Find the Right Property: Look for undervalued homes in growing areas.Create a Detailed Plan: Budget carefully and have a clear timeline for renovations.What worked best for me was staying disciplined with my numbers and always having a solid team in place.