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.

@Bryan Thomas The fundamentals of REI don't change all that much so you should be OK with the ones you've found. 

But that's highly dependent on your locality and you should consult with an attorney.Regarding how much extra security deposit you can ask for legally, that's definitely a question for your attorney and will probably depend on local laws.The fundamental problem here seems to be the income pool of the market you're in -- if people can't afford the rent, then you're either priced above the market, or you have a market that is very unstable due to the prevailing employment conditions of the people living there.

And, yes, if there are additional referendums in the future then the tax rate can go up again, but that's a fundamental risk of real estate investing in any community.