Starting out in the Connecticut area

[Dexter Kubi]

Hello, my name is Dexter. 29 years old currently working at a Fortune 500 company while doing my MBA program. Been listening to Bigger Pockets for awhile and looking to jump into real estate. Right now I have a 3-day workshop to learn all types of real estate and how to start acquiring properties. Currently, do not have much capital but willing to work and learn all tips of the trade to get started. Looking to have 3-4 properties by the end of 2018 while going for more. 

Looking for ideas & guidance especially on financing. I do have good credit so wondering I should just go to the bank for a loan for my first property or should I jump into wholesaling or seller finance options.  Also to meet fellow real estate investors in the 860 area as well as nationally.

My goal is to achieve financial freedom through real estate and hopefully in 5 years get involved in some commercial real estate. I want to own some properties in my hometown of New Britain CT as well as surrounding areas. 

Kind regards