Ive heard a lot of negative comments about investing in southern california. So is it true? Is so cal not the best place to invest in rental property?Opinions....?

I've been ramping up for my first purchase, and at 30 years old I'm kicking myself in the ass for not getting started sooner/being fiscally irresponsible in my 20's. With that said, I've pretty much gave up on the ide...

My name is William Alston.
People mostly call me Mr. Bill.
Why is too long for this post.

I'm in Sacramento, CA just watching the melt down... er ummm recession... I mean depression.... or riots maybe..

I am just...

I was told the other day that after doing something for 10,000 hours you are an expert in that field. That had me doing the math. How many hours have I put into my real estate investing career? If a normal person work...

I have had my eye on some upcoming tax auction properties, mostly to watch and learn from the process, but if they go for the right price I may try to bid.Anyway, I am trying to do my due diligence stuff ahead of time...