In other words, I have not even come close to mastering either (1) the elevator pitch or (2) the frequency with which i continue to market to them.For example:  Ring Ring.

I closed off the connecting door to split the unit into two.

Im from Edmonton, Canada and I have just recently closed on my 3 unit suite and want to keep my momentum going.

The LLC has no impact on the effective tax rates.Also if you acquire a property for the purpose of flipping, that will always be Ordinary Income, also likely subject to self-employment taxes.That particular sales event has no impact on the taxation of your normal rental income from other properties. 

In our contract with the lender there is no timeframe stated for when the property needs to close by and the lender needs to be paid.

I keep all my real estate Investments in Kentucky. 7% or more is the norm for single family residential while in California you most likely land around 3%-3.5% cashflow, you're not even close to cover the interest rate.Definitely check out Midwest states, they offer low entry point and stable rental market.

Household debt has hit a record high, rising to $17.69 trillion in the first quarter of 2024, with credit card debt alone averaging $6,360 per borrower, per CNBC.

Websites like Zillow often have owner information, especially if the property is currently listed for sale or rent.

IE: get signed purchase agreement, contact title company, pay-off tax lien, secure title and then close with cashier check at the title company?

That comes out to 30% of their total closing cost.