I’m eager to learn from all of you and grow my knowledge in real estate investing.My aim is to connect with others and generate additional income while working my 9-5, ultimately securing financial comfort and stability.

Ultimately, it's a lot of hoops to jump through and the cost may not necessarily be aligned with your plans. 

Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction2.

Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

For most people, growing your income (and bank account) is the ultimate "hack" to generating wealth -- you can't invest what you don't have. 

For markets, Topeka and Springfield, IL, are solid choices with potential for cash flow, particularly if you're considering Section 8.

Ultimate result - we passed.

The pre-qualification letter only says they've quickly looked at your application and think they can do the loan - not good enough in a competitive market.Some listing agents are requiring the buyer be pre-approved by the agent's lender of choice. 

Your choice should align with your financial goals and market conditions. 

The best way to meet syndicators who do Rule 506(b) Offerings is at live events like @Gino Barbaro's Multi-family Mastery, REMentor's Ultimate Partnering, or Joe Fairless' Best Ever Conference.