@Jack Bobeck - Thanks for the support!

Will like to connect with other RE professionals for mutual support, and possible investments strategies, thanks.

Many companies file this more often but they are bending the rules.- If we use an RIA (registered investment advisor) it adds a layer of insulation if we were to get sued but it also adds a "mouth to feed".

I personally wouldn't invest in an area like that for several reasons, unless the area was big enough to support a larger property and professional management.For myself I only look to invest in large metros.

Is this a short sale-same rules apply.

But with the possible repeal of Costa Hawkins then the rules may change yet again and could become even more tenant-friendly. 

I want more control over the success of my investments.It’s really hard to grow your business if you are using money from your day job to support your rentals.

I am curious to hear some of your stories on tenants in Los Angeles County when it comes to their lease expiring and whether or not they can stay even if you do not want them to??For example: I have a tenant and their...

You sell investment real estate and then buy investment real estate paying attention to some rules in the middle and you do not have to pay the tax as long as you own the next property or as long as when you later sell the next property you again do a 1031.

I guess I'd like to have an agent involved because this will be my first home purchase, and I like the moral support :)As far as pulling the trigger, I like that move, I just know I won't until I get more comfortable with my ability to aim.