One of them is in very poor condition. 

If he does poorly, it could impact your personal relationship for the rest of your life.

I bet it's less than you could get somewhere else and you're building equity, learning REI, and taking positive action.

In a case like this, if there is a mortgage, bet your firstborn the lender will bid to get the tax lien (potentially up to the market value or the mortgage amount) to secure first lien position.

I felt like the topic was poorly addressed, but they did say one thing. 

I felt like the topic was poorly addressed, but they did say one thing.

In turn, the investment becomes a poor investment.

Here are some of my favorites:Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiCash Flow Quadrant - Robert KiyosakiRental Property Investing - Brandon TurnerBRRRR - David GreeneABC's of Real Estate Investing - Ken McElroyFinancial Freedom through Real Estate Investing - Michael BlankWheelbarrow Profits - Jake & GinoThe Honeybee - Jake & GinoReal Estate Survival Blueprint - Ryan EnkEnjoy!

Your best bet is to try to find someone to work with/for in real estate to learn the ropes and make some money, put in a lot of hours and hustle, connect with as many investors as you can through local meet ups, and just keep grinding until you start seeing results. 

I asked to terminate the contract and although they apologize for the very poor communication, they are sticking to the term of the contract that states they get a half months rent for termination within a year... is this normal?