Go on Amazon and search "The Rockstar Real Estate Agent Roadmap" book. :) It doesn't talk or teach about making millions as an agent but helps you understand what a career typically looks like and things to consider before jumping in.

Hunt down a book - "Investing in Real Estate with Lease Options and Subject To Deals" by Wendy Patton.

Leverage equity, explore house hacking, and continue learning through books, podcasts, and local networking to refine your strategy.

So far I've read one book on foreclosures, it's called Foreclosure Investing for Dummies, it's quite detailed.

@Gail Travers thank you for taking the time to respond and for the book suggestion. 

Instead of a pile of books or printouts at least you'll probably walk away with some money when the deal's over.  

Everything is by the book, so to speak.It’s hard to say “how long” it takes to forge a good relationship.

(Google UBIT or read Tom Wheelwright's book Tax-Free Wealth)Investing actively in real estate through an SDIRA voilates the self-dealing rule for IRAs.  

There are several books out there that are centered around your situation (rental property investing) ... 

I have been reading and listening to real estate investing books everyday for a while now and it is something i want to pursue.