We typically do not rely on many of our opportunities coming from wholesalers, but that's not to say we're not occasionally interested in something they have to offer.In addition to scouring our farm area while we drive around to and from our properties, and looking at aged(100 day+) listings and new low priced distressed condition listings on the MLS, which is where many of our deals come from, we reach out to local agents in the area we're looking to invest and let them know we pay cash.

When there are property damage issues, California landlord tenant laws allow the tenant to recover attorney's fees in addition to other damages. 

Some properties just aren't fit for it and the owners spend a lot of effort because they want an Airbnb, whereas you'd spend less effort and make similar returns just renting it long term, or medium term.Starting an STR can seem like an undertaking, but as with anything, "Prior Proper Planning & Preparation Prevents Pi** Poor Performance".I found an STR group that meets monthly just outside of Indy!

However, studios result in addition PM responsibilities.  

You're looking to offset the cost of living for yourself and your family which will allow you to save and reinvest more of your money rather than spending it on your own housing.2.

This will support a recovery in investment activity in the second half of the year.Q4 2023 GDPStrong consumer spending, business investment and government expenditures contributed to GDP growth of 3.3% in Q4, easily beating Wall Street expectations of 2% growth.

Additionally, I got connected with a few real estate agents who have worked with house hackers and local lenders who are familiar with the strategy and aligned with my goals. 

In addition, if you are the type of landlord to not want rely on unreliable tenants, you can make a tenant sign an authorization that automatically drafts money from their account each month and the tenant cant change or stop the auto drafts or have to be involved at all.  

You mentioned books and online resources-- I think spending some time here on Bigger Pockets is great, but also find some in-person local events to attend.

She keeps her insurance policy but adds you as an additional insured party.2nd, draft an Option to purchase which identifies the purchase price and length of time you have to exercise said Option.Now you can start improving the property and when you're ready for your 1031, you go ahead and close.