Thank you all for some very interesting insight. As someone just starting to learn the ropes and see how all the pieces fit together this info is very helpful. I just watched Dave's 1 hour pitch which actually has some good information. Tried to write everything important down that I could. Dave talks very fast so it was a little bit of a challenge. I think in all honesty I have learned more from these blogs and the BP podcast so far than anywhere else. I am reading tons of books not just on RE but on business, heath, wealth building, social and psychological behavior. There is a ton of great info in books. Just have to be careful what you read ... and be sure to pick out the re-occurring themes. As far as a paid seminar, I will pass for now. I do however believe individuals should be investing 10-30% of their income in education every single year. Things change very rapidly and the only way to stay ahead of the curve is to learn whats going on out there. Seminars and Live events are one great way to not only learn but benefit from live networking with like minded professionals. You will learn something from everyone you come in contact with, some things good and some things bad. Be careful what you take away from your learning.