Short-term rentals can be a great starting point, especially in markets with high tourism or business travel.

He had a tech job and we talked the business and he was legit and when meeting the family, they were very respectful. 

Here is some info: SF STR FAQAssuming the info is up-to-date, it must be your permanent residence (you must live at the property for a minimum 275 days a year), you can rent unhosted a max of 90 nights a year, you need a business license, and you need to pay the city $925 for a STR certificate.

How do you like to advertise your business?

From what Ive read, it looks like I may have to get a business certificate to do this in SF but Im not sure what that entails or what else is involved?

I am looking to network and build a strong business relationship with a local real estate agent.

says he invests note funds into 3 e-commerce businesses and 1 Mastermind business and 1 Business that puts on Broadway Musicals.

But I do not buy bottom barrel properties in bad locations (busy roads, crime, eye-sore views) instead I focus on making a property one that the average modern family will want. 

We live in California at the moment and I have W2 job and my wife a small online business.

I have managed STRs for 10 years in Los Angeles, so I understand the business and operations.