Don't miss The BiggerPockets Podcast - they are great for learning how others are finding success.You might like this: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/08/24/real-estate-agents-working-with-investors/Oh - and be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts- especially for "Oceanside" so you'll be notified when people mention it here in the forums.Thanks again for introducing yourself!

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.Oh - and if you haven't yet- be sure to setup some "Keyword Alerts."

If you haven't yet- be sure to setup some "Keyword Alerts" to get into conversation in your target area.Seeya around!

You'll get a wealth of REI knowledge and learn how to take full advantage of Bigger Pockets (including how to connect with other DC investors).Listen to the podcasts , get active on the forums & set up key word alerts to be notified when people are discussing topics you're interested in. 

Since your personal return is actually a joint return, the tax payer for that property is you and your husband.  

One of the best things you can do is setup keyword alerts so that you can be notified when someone in your city posts something.Other than that, there is so much content here you can be busy for days on end. 

Setup your keyword alerts and before you know it anyone that mentions Dallas you'll know about it.

have you set up key word alerts for creigs list leads?

I would recommend you use keyword alerts, read the blogs, and listen to both the webinars and podcasts.

Check on the use of @mentions to ensure that the person you reference gets your attention. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubg http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate Success