Fantastic summary, Dan Mahoney I am a real estate lawyer and tax deeds just happen to be my area of expertise, and I can say your info is spot on.Have any of you purchased Georgia tax deeds?

It's fantastic that you're diving into the world of real estate investing with such enthusiasm and a thirst for knowledge.

They have been fantastic to work with.

Out-of-state investing can be a fantastic way to build wealth and diversify your investments. 

My market timing has never been fantastic and, it seems, my move into real estate is no different LOL!

Flip Coach by Ryan Kuhlman is fantastic!

I actually just finished reading the first book you recommended, and I can attest it is a fantastic read.

For someone that's not as conservative, or a different view on the cycle, they might have a different opinion than me on all of this.2) Sponsor quality check: (takes about 45 minutes per deal)I believe that a great sponsor can take an average looking deal and make it great, and that in mediocre sponsor can take a fantastic looking deal and make it bad (especially if there is a severe recession).

@Brian Valdivia with www.beltwaylending.com is fantastic  

Colleen Pacheco with Secured insurance in Orlando is a friend and is fantastic.