My daughter works for Vanguard but I have done a great deal of study along these lines.

I studied economics and sociology and it's so interesting how tied together they are.

More than that I (after a lot of study and research) focused my strategy on tax auction properties (Sheriff sale), what is somehow even more challenging.

I have been studying the MF space for about a year now.  

Risk parity, although more commonly applied to stocks and bonds, is a studied portfolio management theory that you may find interest in and find you are able to glean knowledge that transfers directly into real estate.Take care!

Are next steps an environmental phase 1 study?

Any suggestions on RE study focus or mentor criteria to begin a 20-year plan in this city also appreciated.

In recent posts, he walks through case studies and outlines how to analyze and underwrite opportunities.Mobile Home University - http://www.mobilehomeuniversity.com - This is the site maintained by Dave Reynolds and Frank Rolfe.

@Kurt Bender Good point about determining on actuals, and I would certainly need to do so upon further study.  

Find the code and study it.I believe that many states if not most allow for an contractor's license exemption if the owner acts as GC playing the role as owner-builder of his/her's own home.