Just trying to educate myself so that I make the best decisions for me.

We all just have to continue to be aware and educate ourselves. 

Please educate me everyone.

To get started, educate yourself with resources like "The Book on Private Money" by Matt Faircloth.

Its tough living in a construction zone but it can also offer you both an investment, education and place to live for the time it takes to complete the renovations.I actually started by using private money (people I knew who had money) and used them as lending partners.

It's a specialized area of the law and I'd hate for you to pay for him/her to educate themselves.

With multifamily you can be either active or passive and both are much different paths or education. 

Quote from @Kathleen Park: I recommend you educate yourself on "ordinary wear-and-tear" vs damages, depreciation, and your state laws.Do yourself a favor: buy "Every Landlord's Legal Guide" by NOLO.

@Jim K.Normally I agree with you guys as your comments have provided me with plenty of knowledge and education.

Typically reno scope/rents/insurance/etc. are very market-specific, so building your analysis muscle for your chosen market is important so that you go in with the best possible chance to make an educated choice on purchasing.