It's a book on negotiating and the human psychology behind all aspects of how a negotiation works.

A well rounded base of experience and knowledge is important for the technical aspects of real estate as well as giving you the ability to connect with people.

But it takes vigilance and an active management approach to get that perfect balance.The other aspect of course is that many properties that have section 8 tenants might be in rougher areas, so you're just not going to be able to attract the right tenants section 8 or not.

Those who Succeed consistently educate themselves and execute on the things they've learned. 

The "self-directed" aspect kicks in each year, since you must accurately value your investment annually and report the value to your IRA custodian.How They May Be Used to Buy Real Estate The first step is setting up a Self-Directed IRA.

But I just see them as the most fragile form of income, particularly if your goal is to build consistent and stable long term revenue and wealth as an investor.

So far I've been able to download ream loads of data from our local real estate association, although that is county level data, it consists of market inventory , days on market, median sales price , foreclosure rate. 

I am lost in that aspect of the deal.Thank you again for the response!! 

This home consisted of all of those opportunity elements.

I am sharpening my axe and at the same time consistently looking and analyzing deals every chance I get.