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/If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person which should appear below the comments box.

Hey Carl, a large bright sign in the yard that says: "RENT TO OWN" usually does the trick.

Do I fill out the JV contract with MY end buyer on my own and have the end buyer as well as the JV partner sign it as well?

Is there a trigger or sign that one should be keeping an eye out for? 

Many have posted a few great tips already, that's the cool thing about this forum ;-)That said, I highly recommend using the awesome tools provided here on BP to learn the basics of analysis and underwriting.A few tips to get started and your continued learning:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area.Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you.Read Beginner’s Guide.Check out BP Podcasts.Find upcoming real estate events and meetups near you.If you'd like to tag someone in the conversation, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person that appears below the comments box.

When I bought my duplex 3 years ago I noticed that retaining wall separating my neighbor's lot from my property was showing signs of bulging and incorrect drainage.

We signed a contract to purchase a propery from a turnkey company.

The old lease transfers to you upon sale of the property, and is equally as legally binding as though you had signed it yourself.

You want to select a phone system that allows you to customize a menu to your liking.

First off, I highly recommend using the awesome tools provided here on BP.A few more tips to get started:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area.Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you.Read Beginner’s Guide.Check out BP Podcasts.Find upcoming real estate events and meetups near you.If you'd like to tag someone in the conversation, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person that appears below the comments box.