Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

What the Rich Teach their Kids About Money That The Poor and Middle-Class Do Not

This is probably the most commonly recommended book for investors. It focuses on mindset and core principles rather than actionable real estate investing advice, but it’s a great primer. I read this in college and have revisited it twice since then.

The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner

How to Create Wealth and Passive Income Through Smart Buy & Hold Real Estate Investing

Bigger Pockets is a fantastic real estate investing resource for newbies. Brandon is the host of the Bigger Pockets podcast which is highly entertaining and informational. The BP forum and community have been game changers in my career.

ABCs of Real Estate Investing by Ken McElroy

How to Identify the Hottest Markets and Secure the Best Deals

Ken McElroy is an expert investor, property manager and advisor to the Rich Dad community. His book does a fantastic job of explaining the considerations when analyzing markets and real estate deals. Simple and straightforward!

The Real Book of Real Estate by Robert Kiyosaki

Real Experts. Real Stories. Real Life.

Robert Kiyosaki rounds up 20 of his trusted advisors to explain various real estate, business and tax strategies. This book was value-packed and covered everything from financials to legal entities to market analysis. Get your highlighter ready!

Confessions of a Real Estate Entrepreneur by James A. Randel

What It Takes To Win in High Stakes Commercial Real Estate

The author is a real estate attorney and investor. He explains high-level principles while recounting true stories from his investment career. This is definitely a more advanced read and specific to commercial real estate. Highly recommend!