I'm working on a proposal right now for a guy with two duplexes next door to each other, each on a half acre, that we are exploring the option of building ADU's on. 

@Roshan Khadka Strongly encourage you to explore ‘Fixated on Real Estate’ there events are typically between Seattle & Tacoma but they offer 60-90 day challenges which are workshops for newbie investors.

I have not explored notes or lending through a 401(k).

I would like to explore the world of stock trading apps, but I want to know what platforms the majority would endorse.

Again in the OC: Pricing will be medium to high : and down payment and closing costs will be closer to your 50k budget: Something to explore.

That's just confirmation I should explore the option more.

I will definitely explore those options

You could buy that, live rent free, save your cash, explore a new part of the counrty.

I would gladly take a few real estate attorney references if you know anyone in my area or that would work with me so that I can explore this further. 

Exploring funding opportunities and with decent cash savings on-hand, but without a current steady income, I'm leaning towards hard-money or private investors..or a combination of both.So now - I'm at the cliff ready to jump - someone push me!