Need help networking

[David Roberts]

I'm from central illinois and looking for any events/gatherings to attend. I'm brand new in my journey to build something great. I'm lacking a network and relationships with like-minded people. Communities like these are terrific, but I feel getting out and actually meeting and getting to talk to other passionate people in real estate would help immensely. If not an event, what else could I do to reach out locally to start building these relationships? Thanks for any information you provide!