I strongly suggest refreshing yourself on Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad, Poor Dad and Cash Flow Quadrant.

@Rich NgThank you so much Rich! 

@Wayne Brooks @Les Sechler @Rich BaerThank you all so much for the responses, however I will admit I am more confused than ever.

Just came out of the Rich Dad's/ Legacy Education 3-day seminar where they tried to sell me really expensive packages.

Not easy, but you'll get rich if you are successful - a vacant house is un-loved and abandoned house - focus on this and you will make money!

@Rich Baer do you want to clarify the "absolutely"?  

I'll start combing Youtube as well @Rich Baer, which works especially well for me because I am a very visual learner! 

They are such a rich resource as your learn.  

Try reading any of the "Rich Dad" series of books.  

After all, where's the line between revitalization (i.e. reviving a depressed area) and gentrification (as you put it, kicking out the poor and as I'll put, bringing in some rich hipsters).