Trying to connect with mentors/investors in Chicago

[Lincoln James]

So, I'm a beginner. I've been doing research and gathering capital for a couple of months. I have an LLC set up and I have plenty of capital to get going.

My father, sister, and I have attempted to buy property in Lubbock, TX where we've had a couple of deals fall through (bad inspections etc), but I'd rather be patient and picky and get a good deal than be quick and stupid and get a bad deal - especially for my first one.

Either way, having seen what a super tight single fam situation is like, and having experienced first hand the difficulties of buying properties in locations you can't visit easily, I am moving into my current location (Chicago, IL). I would love to meet with a few experienced people here and ask them some questions I've had about their experiences and my experiences so far.

I would truly appreciate any advice anyone has to offer - and I will gladly buy lunch/drinks for anyone who would consider meeting up. Thanks in advance