I do visit SF regularly as well !

Its not  bad program but compare with regular internet rate and see if its make sense to take higher rate. 

This is a pretty similar argument to: "I was looking to put money to work in the state of New York and we happened on this building near the Apple store on 59th an 5th and are just really struggling to make the numbers work".At 1.75M for a triplex I'm guessing this is in Newport, Laguna or maybe the parts of Dana Point or San Clemente where they have income with views.

Track all income and expenses of your projects in report form and review that regularly with people you trust in an attempt to reduce expenses and increase income.  

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Either regular rental or to students.

We get our appliance packages at the big box stores.

Even an entry level job at a big box store may be enough to at least get you a discount on materials and a great way to network with local landlords and other trades people.

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