So I am new to investing, have done a ton of research, reading, listening, studying, etc. over the past 18 months.

I recommend you just study for free online, and network with different agents in your area.Just learn from free material online until you have enough capital to take action 

One of the factors we would study was market demographics, we wanted to know exactly to whom we were selling or renting, in that exact neighborhood.

Study marketing, segmentation and niches.

I totally agree with you about the fact that russian investors are investing in spanish properties, according to a study made by Tranio, the last few years have shown an increase in the number of Russian-speaking clients investing in overseas property.

Dose anyone have any tips on studying the real estate exam in Michigan I am completely lost.

. - Definitely study abroad if you can.

Best tip I can give ya is just go do it, don't study all this stuff and really knit pick it, just learn the ropes and take action.

That's the reason most realtors co-broke deals instead of double-ending.Not only that, but studies have shown they work harder at getting the seller to accept a crappy offer than working the buyer to get a better deal for their clients. 

Hi - Following some time of study and savings, I'm looking to make my first deal in South Bronx.