However i would say bay area real estate is better poised then LA just because of the fact that I believe technology( software)  would drive future innovation in any field from medicine to cars and silicon valley continues to be the leader in software . last 10 years has proven that as well .

This will give you tons of experience and prepare for going into the field. 

(no experience myself in this field)Long Term Rentals - Somewhat passive if you manage yourself, more passive if you can factor in property managementVacation Rentals - Somewhat passive, might have to make a few calls a week if you hire out cleaning/maintenance/property upkeep, etc, respond to questions asked by future tenants (more of the hotel experience)My niche is stocks/REITS and vacation rentals. 

While I am doing my self study of the RE Investing field I need to continue to save my own money.Is there any private lenders you would be willing to share at this point?

I'm new to real estate and have no experience in the field. 

What's the best advice to beginner in real estate field?

I've raised capital before and have given a positive return to our investors, but not in this field. 

I love working in my chosen career field.

There are individuals in every profession whose work ethic and behavior is not necessarily representative of the entire field.

He got me bonded and within 3 months my company was an EDGE Contractor and we were working on public projects, an anatomy lab for NEOUCOM, a Rat Reasearch Lab, Incubator Building for Micron Electronics and the Sound System for the MAC at Kent State, a Starbucks, the Auburn Science Center and Residence Hall for Kent, Track and Field house for City of Cleveland and a Soccer pavilion for the city of Barberton.