This is an area I am weak in. 

In marketing it's basically a SWOT: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats.

You can ask for one on one education, explain that you really want to understand how the deal works and they will spend time with you and explain.By noting the way they communicate with you, the things you like and don't like, you also learn how you should communicate with an investor in the future when it is your deal.Get to know a lot of sponsors through conferences etc.Ask sponsors about a deal that you are considering, obviously not one of their own deals.Ask them what the strengths and weaknesses of the deal are.Get an FAQ list and ask the sponsors of a deal you are thinking of being a passive investor in, ask all the questions until you feel comfortable.

J think I should read on my weaknesses.

Weak landlords should stay away from Section 8.

Your turnaround game is weak. 

I can tell you from experience that they smell weakness and will exploit it.

@Jaderic Pickens age is just a number ;)In all seriousness, everyone always thinks their age is a weakness.

Having partners (someone who adds value where you are weak) is the best way to improve and do 40 deals versus 7 deals

That’s not bad...but it comes with its natural weaknesses.