That being said, I'm looking for virtual assistants to vet lists and do some other small administrative tasks and perhaps eventually start cold calling.

It makes ADUs under 900 sq. ft. in SF zones legal BY RIGHT, statewide, starting in February.

I imagine there may be steps to take with the city upfront to determine if in fact the ground on the lot can be built on, but some general guidance or tips on best place to start and what to expect throughout the new construction process in Buffalo.

are you looking to start working in the space or just learn more about owning and operating commercial assets?

And while the deduction for depreciation is legit, you have to pay that back eventually - it's really a tax deferrment.I would be more interested in finding something that causes you to pay more taxes, because it is making you money.  

Those are a great way to get started, along with podcasts and books.

I’d love to have real estate provide some financial freedom/flexibility and create a portfolio that I could eventually get my kids involved with and pass down to them, but I end up feeling frozen/stuck based on the factors above. 

Quote from @Scott Blevins: Starting out a little older and had a question about sec 8 investingIve been thinks about purchasing some homes in baltimore and renting them section 8 to aquire some good cash flow and later purchasing in better areas and eventually getting out of sec 8.

We have a local who started as a delivery driver.

I also own lots in the Sevierville/Smoky Mountains area and am looking to start construction on those soon.