My thought process is make the cash now and invest in real estate later but I’d love to hear anybody else’s insight. 

Purchase price: $600,000 Cash invested: $120,000 Contributors: Michael Ablan 10-unit, multi-family property in an area I already invest. 8 of 10 units have been interior rehabbed.

The property appears to be under-valued- is it worth the risk? 

Is it worth every penny he is charging for the program?

But in the competitive Los Angeles market, I had to put up additional cash on top of the deal in order to have my loan taken seriously.

If your property is worth 20% more, raise it 10% or 15% and at least get paid for your trouble.

I know that California markets are so challenging to invest in for cash flow (which is what I am looking for as a new investor).

DSCRs may have a slighly higher interest rate vs. conventional, but you need to look at whether the income from the property will cover the monthly principal, interest, taxes and insurance and still allow you to cash flow.

Generally adding an ADU isn't worth it but the exception would be in high-density areas with housing crises'.

I'm aware this bucks the trend of investing in OH, FL, etc. but I think (and hope) positive cash-flowing deals can be found with the right connections.