Two somewhat relevant thoughts. 

Browse the forums, listen to relevant podcasts, read a few books.After you have a good foundation of education, start researching different markets.

So to those smarter than me, is this dollar crashing a likely thing to be happening now and is it relevant to property values?

Second, the relevant statute is not the short statute of limitations, but the judicial redemption statute. 

It was part of a mastermind from earlier this week, so very fresh and relevant.

Barbara Cocoran used to literally cold call people in the neighborhood and get them in the deal because neighborhood information was so relevant to her.

If you're just starting out, it seems a bit overly complicated to me, but again, you have to do what is right for you and we are not privy to all of the relevant information on this forum that maybe these advisors may know for your particular situation. 

Steven:Does the IRS recognize BitCoin as a currency or is that relevant here?

I've got a blog (http://www.entrepreneurs-incubator.com/blog) that focuses on articles relevant (hopefully) to real estate investors who focus on pre-foreclosures.Anyone have any ideas on how to get updates on government activity regarding real estate?

Please comment on your experience and any logistics, special tax consequences, etc. that you think is relevant. thanks.