I looked around, studies the many options out there an realized RE is the avenue I trust the most with my money.

I'm studying for the real estate principles final exam at UCLA, and I'm having a hell of a time with the math section.

The exact same people who say new-age politically loaded  terms like "predatory lending" are the exact same people advocating the federal backstopping of  loans to everyone regardless of academic qualification,  or the desired course of study.  

Studying for an agent could be a good thing but do this while you work (even part time is fine). 

I live in a building that has one apartment upstairs (which I occupy) and 3 downstairs studios (used for music/artwork).

I have met a few investors but I am looking to meet with agents as well because I am studying to get my license.

However, if you are talking about a bank foreclosing, a recent study showed that the average time from the filing of the Notice of Default to filing a Notice of Trustee Sale is just under a year. 

I am not there yet but by studying the business of other highly successful agents, I will get in about 2-4 more years.

Study one area that you are really interested and become the system expert their first.

Phase 1 Study did not inspect units for radon, asbestos, etc.