I think everyone's situation is different, and when one crafts their buy box, they need to consider their current family and finances.For me, when I started, I wanted to buy 2-4 unit distressed properties in neighborhoods I wanted to live. 

If you just hire the cheapest or first PMC you speak with and it turns into a bad experience, please don’t assume ALL PMC’s are bad and start trashing PMC’s in general.

@Mike Levene cost to build per square foot is $200-$300 depending on finishes.So, you can start with that.

I think that areas on the outskirts of desirable cities where many people are moving (ie: Charleston) have great long term potential, as eventually people start to rent right outside the downtown area when prices rise. 

I’m thinking a small town could be a great place for me to start compared to big cities.

Their a/c starting leaking and has missing ductwork, and is blowing air in random places.

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How was that process starting for zero?

I'll be happy to refer your partner whenever there's a client ready to start a project.

Especially anywhere in California, and particularly Los Angeles county.Talk to longtime neighbors who might know story and whereabouts of owner, but don’t accept as fact.I’d start with researching who the record owner is.