What really matters is your specific situation and goals, so doing a quick overview then reaching out to a few providers is the better way to go. 

For a very insightful overview of what the market is doing and why cap rates are compressing even when interest rates are going up, I would listen to @Gino Barbaro podcast "wheelbarrow profits" with Neil Bawa.

@Chris Mason yeah thats essentially what i thought, was just wondering if there were other opinions out there. also, this is the first time i'll be doing a deal by myself and going all cash makes me a bit nervous, ie what if i can't get a loan after the fact for whatever reason, that money i had in equities earning 8-12% per year is now tied up earning like 5-6% in rent :( @Brit Zamoyta thanks for the comprehensive list...i'm definitely going to be starting off in residential (Quads, etc). its good to know you can only get 70% of purchase price if you refinance immediately after closing. i guess the other option is to just wait 9 months and then get a 75% loan on appraised value (hopefully after increasing the value somewhat). 

You may also consider the option of getting certified as a property manager through one of several institutes that offer a comprehensive program in property management.

If you check out Podcast #109 you will get a good overview here.Feel free to leave a reply of DM me if you have more questions. 

This is actually a good thing for those buying student properties right now, because the leasing season is stretching on much longer than it typically does.That's an overview of the two opposite sides of the spectrum during the pandemic, but I hope it helps!

I might note that some software options do offer applications that provide thorough tenant screening; these comprehensive background checks include the basic application information (job history, rental history, and requires that the applicant provides some supporting documentation, ie. valid form of government ID, most recent paystubs, and contact information for prior landlords etc) - but in addition to the basic information, it includes the information pulled from TransUnion (one of the three major credit bureaus).

If you want to start exploring other areas and what help is out there you can put Oklahoma City on your list and I'm happy to provide you an overview of opportunities.

Now I am looking for a book that might be able to give me a comprehensive look at them.

I shared a brief overview of my finances, including that I had $40,000 cash, and they came back the next day and said they would sell it for the $40k cash!