Hey Nicholas, if you don't mind driving then as long as the place you are investing has good economic fundamentals and population growth then I think it's a good idea.

It's been hot for a while and the inventory squeeze along with the nationwide relocation shuffle happening are putting more pressure on the Salt Lake MSA as a whole, especially Salt Lake County.I think a fundamental retooling of how we think of offers is in order. 

Regardless of price, those are fundamentals I think, for any investor to discover.Lisa

Fundamentally, your questions says, "what do I need to know about darn near everything for all loans?"

The much better approach is to establish your own individual transaction fundamentals to the market areas you would like to be in. 

Learning and sharing is fundamental ;)

To the other posters point: transitioning from the paternalistic military life to civilian life will have it's challenges that are fundamental, and waiting until all the contracts for job are finalized.Be patient and if you like, keep posting! 

I do see a correction as there are various fundamentals in play here.

Right now, I want to learn the fundamentals of real estate investing.

You don't need to know everything – but if you want to become an "investor friendly agent," it's wise to learn some of the fundamentals.