Books, videos, blogs, and podcasts are all viable options but how much time would I need to devote to this and how much conflicting information is out there?

Content Marketing: Produce valuable content such as blog posts, market reports, or video tours to establish yourself as a thought leader in the industry.

It explains the team that you should develop to have a strong foundation under you while investing remotely.https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/core-four-real-estate-teamWhat market are you looking to invest in? 

I think I may have read it - but honestly somewhat of a blur because I've read so many different blogs/articles on the various classes of property to help me not only gauge where it is, but also in setting expectations. 

Take a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog4.

Appreciative to the BP Community and knowledge learned from forums and blogs as well as Podcasts and webinars.  

Take a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog4.

Take a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog4.

It offers more protection overall.I will say that I am not an attorney so I would consult with a real estate attorney who is also an investor.Check out this BP blog by @Scott Smith - https://www.biggerpockets.com/...Lots of info about series LLCs.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/what-documents-do-you-nee...BRRRR Loans: What Are the Options, and How Do DSCR Loans Stack Up?