I cringe when I see young people trying to get into REI with no money and poor credit, just because of some infomercial they saw, book they read, or class they took.

It will still leave you confused is my view.Get a book that explains how to buy a first home.

I am trying to learn as much as I can and I do not find much interest in reading books myself..Thanks BP CrewAndrew

I just received an e-book from Lou Vukas that I believe is called Tax Lien Secrets Revealed - America's Last Untapped Goldmine.

What books should I read before purchasing a REO?

Books are best for obtaining an overview.

So far we have been reading books and making the preliminary steps to creating a social network by finding out who we know are real estate agents, contractors, sub-contractors, bankers, etc..

Dent's latest book.

All of the real estate investing books I have read emphasize the importance of generating a positive cash flow.

Mostly out of habit than true planning.Wealth Protection by Bronchick is a great book if you want to read up on the topic.