Learn about the Net Operating Income (NOI) and Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate)—these are essential to analyzing the potential profitability of a property.Return on Investment (ROI): There are different ways to calculate ROI in real estate, such as looking at your total return after a sale or assessing your rental income versus initial investment.

@Monish Anand Bigger Pockets has an 'agent finder' tool.

Are there any other real estate investing books that the forums would consider essential to a first time investor?  

Essentially ended up screwed out of a substantial chunk of retirement savings and left to find my own lender elsewhere to close the deal.

However, about eight days later, the seller informed me that they had "changed their mind" and no longer wanted to sell.In the weeks that followed, the seller failed to provide the required documents, including HOA disclosures, the seller’s disclosure, and other essential paperwork, all of which were due within specific timelines per the contract.

but careful planning and documentation are essential""...making sure that your wife understands what she needs to do to document her hours and activities."

Leverage is one of the most powerful tools in real estate investing.

It looks like Privy is a great tool for identifying investment properties by using up to date MLS data.

After tons of research, we've found that the resources, tools, and ongoing support they provide are truly unmatched.

I'm developing an AI-enabled analysis and lead generation tool for REI.