I took a couple of weeks off from my former job to really focus and prepare for the exam. 

Find the REIA group for your areaAs Henry noted, post something specific for your area and tag your market.Get on Loopnet for your area and property type, reach out to the brokers that are listing deals and offer to take to coffee (they are often invested in deals too but you could ask for connections to other operators that might be getting started).And, again as Henry noted, each person you meet, ask them what other networking events they have attended that you can put on your list.

After acquisition, we furnished it, added a couple decks for a hot tub and solo stove fire pit, as well as a ton of string lights and were off to the races!

I currently reside in Ohio where I buy SFR rentals and do a couple flips a year.

I have known and worked with Matt for years.I have attended his training and hired him as a consultant.He is hands down the best at what he does.I have personally raised over $50 million for my hard money lending company.I am grateful for a lot of people who helping me with this success and Matt is at or near the top of that list.

I arrive in Portugal a couple of days ago.

A couple developers we work with skip LIHTC and the tax credits and go the route of impact funds to help alongside other debt and sometimes equity. 

There are a couple of car washes in my local area that are for sale that I am interested in but do not know where to start. 

A great way to start is by attending RE events and joining a local investors association.

I would recommend finding some local meetups to attend, and also tuning into the Straight Up Chicago Investor's Podcast.