All Forum Posts by: Mark Frattini

@Wasam Hawari

It is possible however it will depend on your requirements and what you define as affordable. 

@Austin Shade

Murrieta is a great area. Close to Temecula, a little more affordable and is known for being family friendly and has highly rated schools. 

@Maya German

This is a very situation specific question and depends on many unknown factors. Having said that, I always recommend investing local whenever possible. 

Hey @Michael Parmenter welcome to Bigger Pockets!

@D Chandler

Welcome to BP and congrats on getting started. My vote is for a house hack (rent out the rooms) in North County. Right now I'm really liking all three of the areas you mentioned. Depending on how much you decide to put down you might have some cash left over to put towards another property. 

@Maryrose Matanza

Rentals that show well and are priced right usually do not last long in San Diego. Hard to say why a property is still sitting after being available for a few months. Consider renting out your current town home and move into your next property. This would allow you to get in for 3.5% down using owner occupied financing. 

@Kyle Engle

With the recent changes to ADU/JADU the SFH route looks pretty good for a new investor. That way you get the best of both worlds. You can basically turn your SFH into a triplex.

Hi @Leroy Butler,

My CPA works mostly with real estate professionals and is also a Tax Strategist. I have recommend her on Bigger Pockets and also to my clients. Everyone has been very happy with her. Connect with me and I will give you her contact info. 

Hi @Li Lu,

Whenever possibly it's best to try and find something within driving distance from you. If you are not able to find something locally then look into investing out of state. Either way make sure you run ALL the numbers and choose the one with the best return. A lot of newer investors find success in house hacking, purchasing a small multifamily, short term rentals or doing a live in flip. All of these are possible in San Diego. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

@Stephan Ketterer

Find a value ad 2-4 unit property. Ad value, raise rents. As previously mentioned San Diego real estate will continue to appreciate. Let me know what I can do to help.