For a short time I had my unit posted on Facebook Marketplace. 

You can also find real estate investing groups through meetup.com, facebook, or a Google search.

I would hop on the forums on facebook by searching for hardwood installers etc and get their opinions on some remedies 

I'm not sure how up to date it is but gives you some idea.Facebook Groups: I will join rental Facebook groups in various markets to see what people are looking for in a rental and who typically is looking.

You can also find real estate investing groups through meetup.com, facebook, or a Google search.

@Marcus AuerbachI saw another guru pitch on Facebook today where they did courses on Airbnb/STR and commercial in the past and now are on tax liens - their entire pitch is selling “a lifestyle”Anyone that sells a lifestyle should be avoided at all costs.

Allison,I actually buy almost all of my furniture for my padsplits and Airbnb on Amazon and Facebook marketplace.

If you know of any good Facebook groups or networking events where I can meet and learn from awesome investors and entrepreneurs, please let me know!

I would like to offer without an agent on some deals I have found on my own both on Realtor.com and off market facebook groups 1) am I insane to try purchasing my first property without an agent?

Check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.