You'll get a wealth of REI knowledge and learn how to take full advantage of Bigger Pockets (including how to connect with other Florida investors).Listen to the podcasts , get active on the forums & set up key word alerts to be notified when people are discussing topics you're interested in. 

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.Also - here's a couple articles you might enjoy:The 21 Best Real Estate Investing Books EverHow to Start Investing In Real Estate at a Young AgeOh - and don't forget to set up your Keyword Alerts!

My friend you've come into a real estate forum with a question of the heart.The real estate aspect to your jquestion is pretty straight forward, analyze the deal, easy peasy.The girlfriend question though only you can answer!

I'm a pretty straight forward guy, I took an interest in real estate, the numbers and strategy are solid, but that being said I'm also a man of deep conviction.

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.Oh - and don't forget to set up your Keyword Alerts!

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.Also - here's a couple articles you might enjoy:The 21 Best Real Estate Investing Books Ever How to Rent Your House: The Definitive Step by Step GuideHow to Be a Landlord: Ten Tips for SuccessOh - and don't forget to set up your Keyword Alerts!

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.Oh - and if you haven't yet- be sure to setup some "Keyword Alerts."

Be sure to read through The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing to help you get started.Also -be sure to setup some keyword alerts - especially for "Broken Arrow" so you can jump into local conversations.See you around the forums!

For example, you set up key word alerts. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

Don't miss The BiggerPockets Podcast - they are great for learning how others are finding success.Oh - and be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts- especially for "Charlotte" so you'll be notified when people mention it here in the forums.Thanks again for introducing yourself!