If you're interested in reading more, I wrote a book on how to find your niche and be successful as a real estate investor.

For more information on what I mean when I say C-class or D-class check out The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods.

I just couldn’t imagine why ppl with a decent job behaves this way, but I know better now, never make preconceptions on anything and follow the book no matter what.

What’s everyone's opinion on the best real estate books?

If you want to delve into this market further check out The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods.

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast

I finished looking at the Biggerpockets ultimate beginner's guide and had a few questions about good starting spots. 

Once you figure out your why, the reason you want to invest in real estate, then goal setting becomes easier and from those goals you'll set investing criteria (your bumpers) to guide you through REI. 

(read about 20 books and this site, podcast, etc.)Oversaw my Dad's portfolio for about 18 months.