Been educating myself for a while now and understand the basics of the process.

As you approach your next purchase, start talking to lenders about pre-approval, build investment criteria, and continue educating yourself on market trends.Good luck!

I have taken parts of the Michael Blank program and found it very educational.

Preemptively talking through issues that may arise (lowering rent, no payment for the month, big maintenance item, accounting error on your end) helps build that.Bring options to the table and educate the owner.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

@Scott Trench Creating a website focused on passive investor education that is sponsored by deal sponsors is removing the independence of the site, IMO.

Welcome @Rebecca Morris,These are the 10 first steps I would recommend to get started in REI (real estate investing):1) Educate Yourself: Read books, take online courses, and attend seminars about real estate basics, market trends, and investment strategies.2) Set Clear Goals: Define what you want to achieve in real estate—whether it’s buying a home, investing in rental properties, or flipping houses.3) Choose Your Niche: Decide if you want to focus on residential, commercial, or industrial real estate, or perhaps a mix of these.4) Research the Market: Analyze your local real estate market.

Educate yourself on the local market, network with other investors and agents, and always have a solid plan in place before making any investments. 

You'll need to get good at analyzing rehab costs and predicting after-repair value (ARV) to ensure your margins are solid.To get started, immerse yourself in real estate education—read books, listen to podcasts, and use BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors.

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.You should get a basic education of how to invest in real estate. 1.