A lot of the education (books, podcasts, forums, etc) I've been taking in thus far seem to generally encourage a few things when looking for a market and a deal-Get intimately familiar with that market.

A lack of experience for anyone in any sector is also a large increase in risk for the project / deal.

@Haven OusleyFar too many people new to the real estate field neglect education and attempt to “learn on the job”.

I feel id be better served to arm myself with the best chance for success by beginning with first educating myself on the basic's of the industry's vocabulary / basic strategy's through reading a few books.

This is a great place for education and networking. 

I have been self educating myself on real estate, investing, and wholesale for over a year or so.

I am looking for new meetups to go to weekly for educational purposes, in the Columbus area that is.

I'm new to REI but have been educating myself for a few months and am actively enrolled in the Real Estate Rookie Bootcamp.

In that instance your opportunity cost is missed free education and possible missed relationship development with your contractor.

Hey Rana,I buy a few states feel free educate me on your states companies and appreciation or activities going on.