Wholesaling here has not been very fruitful for many people due to a combination of factors.

Also go for The “low hanging fruit” for lack of a better term, people you know have problems.  

My fiance and I are looking to purchase a primary residence in Orange County, CA, where it is very expensive! 

My name is Garrett, and I am an attorney with a national law firm here in Orange County.

Home office and tax preparer are apples and oranges in my mind.

FYI my current situation is:ME - FICO 665 middle score / $45k/yr income / $200/mo DEBTWIFE - FICO 650 score / $0 income / -$625/mo DEBTBROTHER - NO FICO - currently building / $30K income / $0 DEBTavailable max Down Payment $7,000PRO's Willing to purchase duplex / tri / fourplex in : riverside / rialto / pomona / ontario / san bernadino (no orange/red Crime map)price range : $180k - $450KREQUESTS: need atleast one unit to be 3 br *looking for value add* as well, After hearing the hundreds of first step methods, im finding it a bit hard to narrow down my search criteria. 2nd question is: After stating our current situation, what other strategies loan programs or methods to begin our first MFH buy and hold purchase would our financial situation warrant the most profit and least risk in this interest rising CA desert property market?

Your ALL in cost is only a cup of coffee.I am currently flipping homes in Orange County and teach others how to do so as well.

RE financing doesn't secure the "fruits" of the land but can in a commercial ag loan.You'll need to find an ag commercial lender, you'll need an MAI appraisal and probably bids from a timber broker.

I wonder if any other investors could give me their opinion on these fees or recommend someone in Southern California around the Los Angeles or Orange County area.

If you would feel like venturing outside of your immediate area then I can help you in Southern LA and Orange counties.