Alex,Leverage is great when it is used properly.

I have yet to see or hear a single guru talk about the difficulties of the business or discuss the truth about operating expenses, cash flow; or other serious matters.Having said all that, you will certainly read many books and articles while acquiring your education and starting with one book as opposed to another isn't terribly important.

I like lease options because there are more people who seem to understand it and just need you to educate them through the process.

Now that you have your formal education completed, you can go out and get your "street degree" in real estate investing!

It should be a requirement that the kids get educated at least (half year) for every HS grade.

Same thing for your situation, they can't demand everyone that works at this website have a RE license, maintain status, and continue education.

I want to have PM certification too and have more education under my belt.

I have been educating myself for over a year now, through books and CD's and even a seminar.Because REI is wide and deep, I've been trying to find my niche in this business.

Without operating statements you are left making an educated series of guesses to arrive at a number representing your risk in the purchase.With every single step you take in this always remember you are buying a failed business.

Work hard and continue to always educate yourself.