Dude, you are reading my mind. 

From what I've quickly read up on it doesn't seem like you need a license.

When I listen to courses and videos or read articles, they all say "sign the house ASAP then go into closing" and quit frankly it confuses me. 

I read any time you get a new tenant you have to go get the lead inspection.

My one struggle is that after watching plenty of videos reading the books and doing research, I feel like I don't know where to focus my new knowledge, and how to get that first deal in motion.

If you are looking for an education, read the basic book for your state and track properties online.

I read rich dad poor dad and am currently reading cash flow quadrant.

Alot of interviews and articles i have read suggest that we are a the crest of a wave.

I was first introduced to this industry six months ago after reading the classic Rich Dad Poor Dad.

After reading Kiyosaki's book, I became extremely interested in real estate.