I'm looking at my first flip deal and came across a fundamental question. 

As I said, I can go pretty far with some massively complex spreadsheets but I'm still fundamentally uncertain of the soundness of some of my analysis, and within the context of Excel it's pretty hard to do across a range of inputs.

That's the fundamental skill, otherwise owning property might just be a messier financial situation.All that said, I was in the same situation several months back.

As 'Real Estate' is widely expansive, I am specifically looking to take my first step and learn the fundamentals and basics.About Me:I'm originally from Courtice, Canada.

DFW has strong growth and good economic fundamentals, but also a ton of competition.

It not only has strong cash flow but good economic and demographic fundamentals.

In todays market, and in the particular niche that we focus on which is class B stabilized multifamily with value add fundamentals, an enticing deal for investors is one where they can expect to nearly double their investment in 5 years and get cash flow  (8-10% yearly avg) from day one. 

HeilbronerThe books are based around first the initial foundation and fundamentals of what is a note in its most basic form and how to invest in notes and what to do with them.

They will push harder as the rates go up, because they will need more customers.Stock market has been on an emotional roller coaster, but the fundamentals are pretty good.

The answer to this question will be fundamental to your planning as well.All that being said, I want to put in a word of caution.