This imbalance will take a generation to unwind.

These often generate higher income compared to long-term rentals, though they do come with increased management responsibilities.- Improve Property Management Efficiency: Since you handle management yourself, consider investing in property management software or hiring a part-time assistant, even a VA.

Of course any incoming project of this magnitude will generate a vast amount of speculation, but personally I do agree with the popular opinion on the positive impact it will have.

I also want to be able to spend more time with my daughter and be able to pass something onto her and future generations, something I'm sure many can relate to. 

Every generation we go we get more corrupt and stupider.

In theory, solar power is cheaper that what the local utility charges so you could generate an (small) income off of your solar investment.

My goals with REI is to generate as much cashflow and appreciation as possible, so I can get out of the 9-5 routine, build wealth for my future, and have as much time for myself as possible.Is Southern California a tough market for beginners?

Are you sure you can't generate some rental income from the land by perhaps renting it as parking spaces or even storage to existing tenants?

As an agent, I have done almost every sort of marketing possible to generate a viable lead.

This is an appreciating market, so unlike what some of the others have said, any property that generates some profit beyond expenses can be a good deal.