If yes, let's call it 4 hours between Driving to the houseTouring the houseHaving "coffee" to get to know one anotherWriting the offerNegotiating the offer terms with the sellerSetting up the appraisalSetting up the inspectionAnswering all the questions during escrow etc.Post closing questions and follow up etc.

She understood and said she worked with other investors and wholesalers before so that's great.Now I'm going to meet her for coffee tomorrow and I don't want to be unprepared so what should I have and what should I ask her about?? 

OR - tear down the wall of the bedroom immediately next to the kitchen to create a dinning area/coffee and games area.

They can run like a well-oiled machine, they can make your life miserable, or they can destroy your property value.If the Board isn't acting, then you may need to join the Board yourself and whip it into shape.

:P  (sorry, haven't had my coffee yet!)

I’m thinking of calling a few people today and getting coffee with them thank you! 

My family lives in the Stockton/Modesto area so whenever I’m out there again hopefully it wouldn’t be to much to get a cup of coffee and ask you some questions!

You want to be near entertainment, restaurants, etc. that draw.Chandler downtown has done very well the last ten years or so, attracting restaurants, a new theater, coffee shops, etc that would make that area attractive.

I'd recommend explaining what you're doing and offer to bring them a coffee or something. 

But short of a time machine your 2 choices are now or later.