Learning the Market (you want to invest in), Strategies?

[Alex Ballesteros]

Do you guys have any suggestions/ methods on how to best learn the market one is trying to invest in? Tips/ advice?

I am currently looking at investing in Indianapolis, IN and I have listings coming in from agents, so now I want to study the market in order to proceed with learning how to analyze deals. I am a first time investor trying to make his first move, so feel free to comment on this as well, am I doing this in the correct order?

[Joshua Janus]

I would make sure that the agents you are working with are investors themselves and understand that game. If so, they will be able to guide you in the best direction for the area, yet still make sure to question them and educate yourself. What made you choose Indianapolis, IN to invest in?