Find a realtor.

What is the easiest way to connect with those who have actually invested in this fund and find out their experience?

From what I've seen in this area right now, it seems like you'd have a hard time paying market LTR rents and making a good spread. 

(this has happened to me before here in Florida) Once you get more info from the agents you can hone in on which area you need to focus on. 

Generally speaking, have any of you invested in this area and been successful?

Quote from @Lee Banks: Hi my name is Lee I'm looking too buy my first rental property and but I feel as if I need a mentor to watch, I still need to learn the basics of real-estate does anyone in New York do programs or mentorships and where would you start if you first started real-estate today  Hello Lee,I'd recommend looking up local meetups here on BP, meetup.com and, eventbrite.You can also call around to speak with RE investors and professionals in your target market to begin making connections.With so much available information online, I'd recommend speaking to a few people and doing independent research before committing to mentorships.

To rope in possible investors, you must inspire confidence.

Is there supposed to be some "problem" we are looking for in this?

What accumulated knowledge will you be able to leverage for more successful investing?

Seems a couple of weeks ago this was turned on for my account, although I did NOT do it!