Doing property management and investing in every corner of the city and suburbs you learn a lot about each area.  

There's so much important info you can learn about neighborhoods (and individual properties) that simply cannot be conveyed by peoples' opinions, photos, or even video.As with all parts of due diligence: although you can (and should) seek the input of experienced pros, at the end of the day, the due diligence buck stops with you.Good luck out there!

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I look forward to learning and chatting with you all here in the Bigger Pockets community!

It's important when you are getting started to build out your team so that you are prepared when something comes your way. 

Income/Expense ratio is Way more favorable.....Does take a bit of more specialized knowledge of the local market but thats all easily learned.  

As I said in another post, learning how to paint, spackle and caulk are really important. 

Location is the key, a lot of investor are learning and getting use to the idea of out of state investing for this exact reason.

@Gian Jr, III: Learn the term "Tax Court"  because that's what you are heading towards.

What are your favorite resources or tips for continuous learning and expanding your network in the real estate industry?