No clue what to do first!

[Carl Reza]

Hello,

My name is Carl from Eastvale, California.

I'm highly interested in purchasing my first rental property, but have no idea where to start. 

I have some money saved up and am convinced that my only option is out-of-state rental properties.

I just signed up for PRO. Other than just going in and looking at what's on Redfin.com and using the tools on here to evaluate a deal, is there anything else I can do on here?

Is there a way I can meet local like-minded investors in my area within BiggerPockets?

It would be incredible if I can meet someone who can coach me through my first deal... some sort of a mentor.