Looking to learn how to do more deals.I need to get better in every aspect...- property analysis- lead generation & follw-up- build better buyers listUltimately would like to have a non-profit and provide Veteran Housing.

They think they need to micromanage every aspect of the buying, fixing and selling.

It's good to see that you have a strategic plan and willing to give up your evenings and weekends in an effort to achieve your goals.Don't get overwhelmed by the massive amount of data archived on this site.Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums,Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze, Resources.Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs, webinars and the myriad of bookrecommendations.Also, you can review the quick links below to help solidify your grip on this site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubg http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessAfter becoming more knowledgeable and confident because of my above suggestions, take action to snag your first real estate investment deal if new or add to your existing holdings if you have prior experience.Don't get caught up in analysis paralysis.You must immerse yourself in the RE marketplace locally in your neighborhood or afar if the situation warrants it.Take calculated risks if needed and you shall be rewarded!"

Learning more about the neighborhood, and definitely get the block by block aspect of it.

You will need either a real estate consultant (member of CRE) or one of the companies that handles all aspects of property investment from finding the property, to arranging financing, to property management.

Taking action is massively important, but being strategic is equally important. 

I find value in that, that's a "sweet-spot" aspect for me that isn't uniformly adopted by the investing community.  

The more time you spend strategizing the less time you spend doing. 

I got lucky (let me rephrase that...I strategically put myself in the way of luck) and found a motivated seller >> she was an out of state owner looking to wind down her portfolio, and had a property mgr on salary vs direct commissions, so there was no incentive to raise rents.

Instead of doing a rent raise right away, we look at other aspects that need adjusting first.