Start small, build a strong network, and conduct thorough market research to align with your investment strategy.

Assuming the Oakland rental market continues to remain stagnant/competitive with newer buildings going up, is property appreciation the only way to increasing wealth with my building?

I would appreciate any advice on whether it's a good idea to invest in land on a slope and the potential challenges of building on such terrain.If this seems like a worthwhile investment, can anyone recommend reputable construction companies that specialize in cabin builds on slopes? 

Hey Sushil, don't let distance stop you from building wealth.

Right, seriously, there's a game on Steam called "Tenants" which, I suppose, is a landlord business simulator.On sale now for $17.49.Quick blurb (not trying to advertise for them, honest):Become a landlord and deal with problematic tenantsas you build your rental property empire.

Below that is a parlor floor, which has the highest ceiling in the building and this floor is connected to the ground floor via an interior staircase which we added doors to both ends to break up the lower duplex into two separate living areas.  

Focus on building a strong team, using BP tools to analyze markets, and researching local laws.

We also have infrastructure in place at a build site for a 3rd unit on property.

Next is getting to the work of researching that market to confirm viability, building the TEAM, the How-To for strategy. 

Quote from @Jerry Zhang: I have a goal of getting 12 owner financing deals for 2025.I'm currently building a list of 1,000 multifamily agents to do monthly agent outreach to get off-market pocket listings with good creative financing terms.