If you want to be an investor-focused agent, then join an investment-focused team, and whatever brokerage they are with.

Subdividing may not be an option.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Subdividing may not be an option.

There are handful of crowdfunding lending companies emerged lately.They all seem to share a need to be an accredited investor to start investing.In order for an individual to qualify as an accredited investor, he or she must accomplish at least one of the following:1) earn an individual income of more than $200,000 per year, or a joint income of $300,000, in each of the last two years and expect to reasonably maintain the same level of income.2) have a net worth exceeding $1 million, either individually or jointly with his or her spouse.3) be a general partner, executive officer, director or a related combination thereof for the issuer of a security being offered.How strict is the accreditation requirement is being followed?

The Bay Area is going to be an appreciation heavy market.

It is now the best time to be an investor provided that you have access to your own capital to do deals and don't need third party funding combined with your strong skills in purchasing a distressed property at the right price.

Play the 'friend in common' card if possible.Regarding seller financing, I don't see this being a viable option since they are in default on their current loan.If funding could be an issue for you, take a step back and work on that first.

With that in mind, if you are still interested in these areas, it will, by and large, be an appreciation-based investment. 

I'm not saying to be there friend, just be an advocate to having a nice comfortable and safe place to live.  

I've had the opportunity to have coffee with David and his team.