We are looking to gather up as much knowledge as we can and are looking for recommendations. 

Getting a hold of someone that is knowledgeable on your specific questions and can give concrete answers will never happen in the NYC DOB.

Also, what benefit would you actually be able to contribute with your limited knowledge?

Quote from @Akshay Bhaskaran: Hello BP Community,I'd like to connect with you to get your knowledge and experience on any of your BRRRs in Ohio.

You can offer equity in a great deal and find tons of investors who would be willing to partner with you and bring capital/knowledge.  

I know you'll get the resources and knowledge needed to be an amazing real estate investor.

You will have to depend on them for this knowledge. 

I'm chez, and I've been lurking on BiggerPockets for a while now, soaking up all the incredible knowledge here.

It sounds like you’re on the right track by building a strong knowledge base.

Keep diversifying your income with side hustles, and continue learning through books like "The Millionaire Real Estate Investor" by Gary Keller and "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki.By the time you're earning more, you'll be ready to dive into real estate, leveraging your higher income and knowledge to scale quickly.Let me know if you need advice on financing when you're ready!