As the subject states, I have a dilemma that I am having a hard time navigating myself. 

It's kinda hard to navigate some of the forums.

You also mentioned land development, retail, multifamily, office, industrial etc.How you navigate through everything and pick your niche?

The "Learn" link across the top navigation bar has lots of great info, and most importantly, the BP members!

Your time here will be well spent.You mentioned financial and time freedom and I added podcast #151 in case you have not listened to it yet, which talks about this in detail.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/12/03/bp-podcast-151-finding-your-freedom-number-clayton-morris/Also, since your interest lies in rentals, I added the below links for your review.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/03/27/financing-options-rental-property-guide/ (financing options for rentals)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/03/06/bp-podcast-060-serge-shukhat/ (0-68 rentals in 4 years)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

There are regional changes and different state laws that can be tough to navigate if all parties don't understand what the laws are.  

Some pointers for you: The "Learn" link across the top navigation bar has lots of great info, and so do BP members!

I stumbled upon BP around 2010, but never navigated or followed-up within this site.

Some pointers for you: The "Learn" link across the top navigation bar has lots of great info, and so do BP members!

On the site, the "Learn" link across the top navigation bar has lots of great info, and so do the forums.