From articles read from some of the top posters and many of the books I've read I think the thing to go after is your second option.

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.By the way - here are my favorite articles on Wholesaling:9 Reasons You Couldn

I haven't come across your article on foreclosures.

While researching prop 13, I came across an article that suggests one can avoid tax reassessment in California with a commercial property.

Maybe this article I wrote may help as well:http://www.intendhomes.com/blog/make-money-from-real-estate-top-8-features-of-a-profitable-rental-property

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.By the way - here are my favorite articles on Wholesaling:9 Reasons You Couldn

I've been reading like crazy, listening to podcasts, scouring the internet, but I still don't fell like I know enough to get started.

Also - here's a couple articles you might enjoy:How to Be a Landlord: Ten Tips for SuccessHow to Start Investing In Real Estate at a Young AgeOh - and don't forget to set up your Keyword Alerts!

I have been looking through the BP blogs and other internet websites for information, but I wanted to get some personal feedback from people online.Thanks!

Gotta have internet going, though.I always meet the neighbors and give them cards and ask them to look out for unusual activity.