Newbie Just getting my feet wet

[Kenyo Henry]

Hello All

I'm a new member to the group and looking to invest in the Baltimore market( I also like Chicago). I'm currently a license home improvement contractor in Maryland. I would love some insight on locating a good market before its over priced or if there's any investor that are holding good properties about 20-25k that their looking to get rid of. I would love to took a look at. 

I would like to become a cash investor, just looking for the right direction and opportunity. I'm also looking to build a solid team of like minding individuals. Real Estate agents I'm your go to guy and punch list specialist in the Maryland area (Dc, Virginia as well).