Welcome to BP @Matt Cafaro There are some great free guide under the education tab above.

Finding a realtor, that as a serious work ethic and willing to guide me3.

Be sure to check out “Learn” for all kinds of useful resources and free how to guides.

Heck; my general feeling (having  been through the torture of the program) is that seasoned landlords should also avoid it like the flu.If you remain interested in this program try to find a landlord in your area who is familiar with your local housing authority that oversees the program; they can provide valuable information on how easy or challenging it is to work with the inspectors and caseworkers in your particular program.Good luck!

Try the Rockland REIA meeting next Thursday.Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.Check out the free BiggerPockets Podcast - A weekly podcast with interviews and a ton of great advice.

There is a lot of valuable information and great people on these forums.

Also check out the Ultimate Beginners Guide

One of the best resources for beginners is a NOLO book called, "Every Landlord's Legal Guide."

Rockland REIA is meeting Thursday.Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.Check out the free BiggerPockets Podcast - A weekly podcast with interviews and a ton of great advice.

I would like to learn about analyzing, purchasing and managing larger Multi Families and or Apartment complexes.Can anyone recommend any self learning books or courses...preferable audio format....that I can study to ...