It just didn't work out like that.Off topic, but I didn't work at the REIT as an agent.

Hi @Brad Penley, below is a BP article that broaches the topic of your question. 

If others are investing in the neighborhoods you've honed in on, talk to them.When I first started, having an idea of where I may invest, and questions about certain topics are areas is a much better convo to have with an experienced investor than to just go up with the general "I'm new and looking to get started but don't know how." 

Hello everyone,I've been digging through the forums and have found a lot topics on investing with retirement accounts but my situation is slightly different so I felt it called for a new post on the subject.....My father has just retired at the age of 60.

I'm not sure if I'm allowed to link to it on here but @Chris Seveney and @Gail Greenberg just did a rather comprehensive podcast episode on this topic.

Although I haven't read any books on property management businesses I found this thread where someone recommends Professional Property Management by Zenya Allen: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/79/topics/407172-books-on-starting-a-property-management-company

I get calls almost every day from sellers questioning "cash" contracts on this topic to verify proof of funds. 

Average Turnkey Cash Flow Per Door In Phoenix Metro Area No Bank Neededhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/600/topics/584916-average-cash-flow-per-door-in-phoenix-metro-area

amazing topic here , i lost at property that i have under contract the other day cause i dittin have at gap funding or private money , was about 66k on profit to be make ; now i am also looking to attend to meet up to build network and meet people in that area so this don t  happen again , was my very first deal  and first offer i decide i am very good with number i can spot good deal in 10 minutes

If I were you,  I would research the different types and see what fascinates me the most and then do a deep dive into that topic.