Number one source is your savings. 

But the question on being represented by a realtor is completely different from the question you are trying to ask, which is should you buy something turn key or buy something distressed to fix up and gain sweat equity.

What are some key items you think add value to the property and gain some equity?

Josh L. is a co-owner and is an invaluable source of information for the region, the process and guidance. 

Must be turn key though.

The key is for you to figure out what rental numbers the property can support, and price your offer accordingly.You might talk with neighbors to see how disruptive the kennel is, and find out if they rent and for how much. 

I'm not a CPA so take this advice for what it's worth, but I've done what you're doing and the key here is you said that "three new LLCs that are 100 percent owned subsidiaries of the parent California LLC". 

I’m new to real estate but I’m starting with delinquent land taxes, does anybody know how to source this list of properties?

It would be a part time job to take the time and write down each lead, source, details of Convo, etc.

I usually buy 4-5 full kitchen appliance suites a year so trying to work on my procurement sources now.