Go to the beginners guide which is free as well.

@John Thedford This is a great resource that I use every year to analyze markets for multifamily syndications. 

However I have been going through as much of the literature and beginners guides as possible in preparation of my first deal (analysis paralysis).

There are resources that will take a 2nd position on the property.

I would suggest you either find a partner and/or mentor who will show you the ropes and help you get your first deal done (or at least guide you on your first deal).As for wholesailing @Jose Castillo did a great job of breaking down what is required to be successful at it.

My blog has solid resources to get you started.

then you will have the cash to complete the exchange.1031 exchanges are the tool to continue to defer the tax on your gain and to transition into passive assets until you pass the asset at death at a step up basis and the tax disappears for your heirs.Installment sales will allow you to slow down the recognition of gain but not defer indefinitely.It's difficult to mix the two but can be done with some sophisticated planning and some outside resources.

I have been learning how to analyze deals from articles and resources on BiggerPockets, and could use some feedback just to make sure I'm doing things correctly.

Please feel free to private message me with any questions, would be happy to help guide you through any other issues.Good luck!

I hope that my answer has given you some things to consider and left enough for other to jump in with their thoughts and experience.I would be open to being that resource in the private lending space for you reach out and lets connect offline!