I would not go to ADU route since backyard is very important in bay area - land is valuable, garage too. 

Additionally, if there's a particular aspect of real estate you're eager to explore or learn more about, let me know, and I'll do my best to provide valuable insights.

When getting a house under contract you have to provide valuable consideration which is Earnest Money, during your due diligence period you have to sell your rights to this contract to a buyer.

It's fantastic to have you here.Your experience and enthusiasm are valuable assets to our community, and we're thrilled to have you on board.

Feel free to explore the BiggerPockets forums, ask questions, and connect with fellow investors who can share valuable insights based on their experiences. 

I house hacked a new place every 12 months for years, living in the smallest (least valuable) room in the house to minimize my expenses.

Glad to hear things are going well...Learning can stimulate tremendous growth in a very short period of time depending on how you use what you learn.One thing I'd highly recommend doing, if you haven't started doing so already, Is to download audible and start listening to books on the areas in which you're looking to learn/invest.BP has published many very valuable books on many different subject including BRRRR, investing with little/no money down, estimating rehab costs, property management... to name just a few.This is a journey, not a sprint, so take your time, adjust to being in it for the long term, and FOCUS!

I found your very valuable to me as I in the in the process of buying my first rental property in Saginaw as an OOS invester from CA. 

I always get models with a 3/4 hp motor and a stainless steel grind chamber.  

Be real in your interactions, share your goals and don't be shy about giving back and the more you invest in others, the more likely you'll get valuable insights and support in return.