BiggerPockets is a great way to learn, but my biggest advice would be attending networking events and connecting with like-minded people.

I'll cut some and call in the pros for the other.On a positive note Lake Hartwell was about 7 feet low and is now nearly full.Trying to get someone to move my dock back into the shore. that looked like a 500 year event  forget 100 year storm.. maybe 1000 year ???? 

Life events and interests change over time too.Aside from that, for me personally, 15 properties is no man's land. 

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

Because at some point you may additionally have a major event/appliance failure and a large expense will make it even more expensive mistake. 

In the event that there is, the new purchase would be at or near 109% LTV between the heloc and the loan on the newly purchased RE.  

Attempting to absorb as much as I can to eventually buy my first house-hack by the end of the year.I would really appreciate some advice on the following topics:- Finding a good loan officer- Finding a good realtor - Any local networking events- General advice on where to start- SF is primarily old constructions (a lot under 1920s).

SiniSTAR is a unique platform dedicated to connecting property owners like you with displaced policyholders in need of temporary housing due to unfortunate events such as fires or floods.

As a former resident of both islands, I was shocked to see the damage firsthand and to also see all the homes that where I once lived having to dig out from the sand that came with the surge.Coming back to my own home off the islands I could not help to think how this event is going to change our local area in the near-term.

Are there any meet ups, or group of investors who currently have meetings or any organized events?