No cost, no pitching of seminars or educational materials, mostly networking with some answers to your questions just like here on BP but live and in person.

So, yes, it's a real education and much of it is free.

what is the best place to get educated on flipping houses ? 

Before you even consider buying in Fitchburg, educate yourself. 

Depends on your situation.6) Education is key - Read and learn as much as you can.

So i thought to myself if I put that degree on hold what is a smart way I can pay for continuing my education without being in thousands of dollars in debt.

This is the best REI education on the planet.

Welcome to the site @Tobias Graham Bigger Pockets is the most innovative and educational site available to learn about real estate investing.All the best to you!

@Benjamin Blackburn  I think the best lender to work with is one who is willing to educate you, obviously knows what they're talking about, and is very up front about everything.  

I would highly encourage you to find a RE Lawyer that will look at your current lease with the current tenant along with their "demands" as realistically, paying a RE lawyer a couple of hundred bucks is going be a worthwhile education, plus, may save you thousands on that weird agreement the tenant is "demanding" you sign.Being a landlord is very tough and I believe it to require STRONG LEADERSHIP skills.