We had to read some IRS publications when we were uncertain about a few things.

Quote from @Anthony Vaganos: I will definitely make sure to read the loan agreement but that was told to me verbally by a conventional lender during my diligence work.

I read about a 1091 exchange and if i reinvest my money into another property within 6 months then ill avoid paying the taxes on it. is this a good plan, if not do you have any other suggestions.  

If you start reading the forum, you will get a good idea of what to look for. 

I’ve since just gone it alone with help from books and what I see/read online.

If they don't answer my questions, I know they have not read the ad and are just clicking and "tire kicking" or they lack the intellectual focus for me to have any business relationship with them.

The best advice I can give you for studying for you license is to voice record yourself reading questions and answers on notes cards.

I have been listening to the Bigger Pockets podcast for years ever since I was in High school I have read a few of the classic real estate books.

You can also search Google and read reviews.

How will you do so if you are W-2 employed?