It's not super in depth but should give you a good overview of the process and key terms.https://files.consumerfinance.gov/f/201503_cfpb_yo...If you are looking for more in-depth book, like Mortgages 101 or something similar, I would recommend looking at the publication date and focusing on the most recently published books. 

I  care little about appraisal values and focus on the ROI of every property I buy. 

I am basically focusing on Intel renters.

I'd focus 100% on service. 

Focus on investment.

I'm only focused on cash flow and COC (and not speculation).  

I'm sure I'll have lots of questions going forward, but for now I'm going to focus on educating myself as much as possible before jumping into any deals.

I’ve mainly focused on out of state rentals so far but I just moved here a couple months ago.

As a Real Estate Development, I have primarily focused on construction; managing construction budgets, dealing with contractors, and fighting the battles no one else wants to battle. 

I’d focus more on your marketing.