I’ve consistently seen solar-powered homes sell for a 2% premium, which in my market means $20k over comps. 

The black swan that I learned from the inspector (which now is my major barrier) is that the 2nd building is being fed power by a 100 amp sub panel from the main house BUT it’s only being fed with 50 amps....

If you wait a year you will have more capital and purchasing power.

As a result, the lower potential earnings power doesn't have the effect you think it does. $1 Million of cash value can generate as much after tax income as $3 Million in traditional retirement assets in an IRA. 

Two of the major issues that I'm concerned about is finding a shop that does 30 year mortgages on investment properties and one that calculates effective leases into the overall purchasing power.

Shortly thereafter, I dropped out and have been working towards an apprenticeship in the highest paying job I could find, overhead power lineman (after 5 years most guys make $130k).

Technician had tenant call me to tell me electrician would be needed as the unit wasn’t getting power but the breaker was fine - problem was somewhere in between.

@Alex BernthThe power of cash will open doors for acquiring properties at greater discounts over financing.

I'd love to hear your take on this.Overall I just don't want to waste money on rent but I don't want to enter the LA housing market at the wrong time which will also hurt my buying power elsewhere. 

In an economy where the consumer is finally in the drivers seat, I don’t agree with those who think we as licensed professionals are this almighty power.