If I had the capital and desire to stay in CA, the central valley would be where I'd put my energy.

Flippers typically purchase properties at discount and that will give you head room. precise estimation is foolish and a big waste of energy.

Keep the energy Payton-

This will allow you to focus all of your energy and with enough work and deal flow you will find deals.

However, I'll gladly help you in any way I can.Adding to this, would it be better to invest your time, energy, and money into a market that isn’t going to be so flighty.  

For example, replacing air filters regularly can improve the efficiency of your HVAC system and reduce your energy costs.ConclusionMaintaining your rental properties in good shape is essential for the safety and well-being of your tenants, attracting and retaining high-quality tenants, and preventing costly repairs.

Funny thing is had this all been handled professionally on the other side and like an adult thus making it easy on everyone we'd be moving on and it'd be water under the bridge - who really needs all this added stress and negative energy in their lives - I certainly dont and do not like being drawn into someone elses negative black hole and as I alluded to in an earlier post I'm not the only one she's treated this way - as she's done it to others - I'm not sure if we have a mental health crisis, personal issues started to pop up etc but just glad we are able to move on. 

But other than that it's great, lol.For most people wholesaling is a colossal waste of time and energy.

I do pretty well when business is busy, but, it does take a lot of time and energy to devote to the work, leaving less for other pursuits - RE investing, etc.

They are proposing that properties that have more than one electrical meter be blocked from directly using their rooftop solar energy.