Also, I am connected with a lot of sophisticated investors on Linkedin and I don't want to lose their respect because I am starting to post educational content when I have never done any transactions.What do you guys think?

I plan to head to the area in the beginning of December and would love to use the time I spend there to speak with lenders, property managers, etc. to make a more educated decision. 

My recommendation is to not only read books, but just continue to educate yourself in anyway possible in network with others who have been doing it for a very long time.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

But I won’t do to DFW because I don’t know the market and the players like people who have invested 10 years there.

I have a great 1031 company I work with that has a lot of education and information if you want me to send it over. 

Also, the dirty little secret is they can make MUCH more educating than actually participating in deals.... 

Striking the right balance between enforcement and maintaining an inclusive, education-focused community will be crucial to its success.

But at least make that an educated decision. 

@Jed Butikofer you are in the right place to start getting the next level of education.