Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking. 

You might also consider using the BiggerPockets Pro tools to analyze specific properties and connect with investors who have experience in those regions.Additionally, networking locally through real estate meetups or investor groups in your target area can be invaluable.

Network for collaboration, learn from successful investors, and discuss ROI and financing techniques for meaningful conversations with Houston investors.Good Luck!

With a trusted team, you might avoid delays or unexpected costs.Advice: If you lean toward BRRRR, build a solid local network.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Right now, focus on learning, networking, and landing your first deal.

Hi!  I'm in the Detroit area and have completed a few flips, but now looking to make more a business, not a hobby.  We have HML's and cash to buy homes.  We'll be progressing into Brrr's, multi-family, etc.  

I also get a TON of off-market, fully furnished STR listings through my network here, which can be lifechanging deals.

Then as you mentioned-- from there, I would network to absolutely find him a few mentors that would allow him to just shadow him.

In addition, we’ve listed all of our properties on the Aya Healthcare housing page to directly advertise to their network.