Help finding a good REIA meet up VA/MD

[Alex D.]

Hello BP!

I did some searching on my own but I tend to come across a lot of guru type meet ups. I'm currently living in the southern MD area but do not mind driving a bit. I figured it would just be easier to ask the community and see if someone has gone to, or recommends any great meet ups. I'm new to real estate investing, I have house hacked (a condo, so i know a little bit about what not to do lol) but I'm looking to purchase my first non-owner occupied home and would love to meet people. If there is anyone looking for a volunteer to help them out with their business as well, I feel that would be a great way to learn hands on in exchange for me hounding them with questions and gaining as much knowledge as possible. 

Shoot, while I'm at it (lol), does anyone recommend a great real estate agent as well in maryland? I plan on purchasing a primary June/July.

I know I'm needy. Thank you so much for the help in advance?