And with all things considered, I would want someone to have equal amount of skin in the game.

Can someone please provide advice as to where I should start my search for an institution to provide my HELOC?  

Since I'm technically gonna be managing someones property or "subleasing" I figured the second code would work as well.

More importantly, can anyone recommend someone in California who can provide some guidance with my project (contractor who's done this before, lender with contractor relations or vice-versa). 

It's a powerful method for building wealth through real estate, especially for someone like you who's eager to get into the market and maximize returns. 

Someone will present you a deal that looks great on paper but will fail miserably.  

Term can be misleading especially for someone jumping into BRRRRs.

@Tiffany Tan I have a duplex and provide internet to the other side.

Send me a PM and I can connect you with someone that would be happy to discuss your deal!

Looking to see if this might cashflow, or any wisdom from someone who may know the area to see if holding for an extended period of time (10 years) would be a good investment.