Although it’s a $17k/year raise, the cost of living is crazy higher.With a 2-year residence in mind, I am eyeing an FHA loan.

I want to make connections with other like-minded newbies as well as many experienced investors. 

But keep in mind they only count something like 70%.

I also don't mind if they are out of state but someone not too expensive.

Keep in mind that when a landlord sets a minimum credit score requirement when screening and then accepts a tenant with a score lower than their base standard they have voided their screening standards.

I'm very handy and don't mind putting in some sweat equity early on in my investment carear to sweeten a deal. 

@Andrew McManus In my mind, paying down your mortgage in CA would be the worst thing you could do.

I don't mind leaving, but I need the funds since that's one of the main reasons why my family decided to live in rent control housing for protection. 

I do not mind if he wants to use the space.

I’ve never come across a larger gathering of like minded people who are all so willing to assist one another in every facet of business.