History indicates long-term San Diego has always appreciated.  

I just had an offer accepted on a duplex in the 13203 zip code.Both apartments are 3 bedrooms, needs minimal work, and the 1st floor has been there for 10+ years.

Thanks @Irfan Raza and @Joe WhiteI have turnkey properties that require minimal (if any) maintenance though, so if possible would like to continue managing them (avoiding other fees/costs whenever possible).

The point where I would stick it out for a year as an owner occupant to do FHA financing and take advantage of the minimal down payment, but my wife feels otherwise. 

Your flipping business should be an S corporation to minimize tax consequences.Rental properties should be in an LLC.You should really have a Roth IRA to do some of your wholesaling.

It minimizes the cost of fuel and saves time.

The final main thing you could consider is a new office location place that is convenient and has minimal distractions.  

I could have gotten a newbie rep or something else but to say the least, we are less than impressed and have closed our wallets (and minds for right now) and are re-evaluating out entry into the REI space.With minimal time to BRRRR and being in the DC area with Baltimore and Richmond being the only options, we may be looking more at crowdfunding or even non-REI investments.Maybe we are mis-reading or oversensitive but we have worked hard for our money and don't want to piss it away.

The listing agent on the MLS is the same as the auction company, so they are indicating that auction rules still apply.

But, the interest charged was minimal, so he didn't have to worry about holding costs, or even a downpayment.