It’s great to hear you’re ready to take things to the next level in the residential space.

Are there any local meet ups or websites on where to find more people who have a moderate level of experience meaning they are  somewhat experienced but still looking to collaborate and network with more inexperienced investors like myself.

If it's currently an STR they should be able to provide you with the p/l statement from prior years so you can see gross rents, operating expenses, average daily rates and occupancy levels.

There is low inventory, lower sales volume, and high interest rates, and as a result many people are sitting on the sidelines, either intentionally or forced.

On many levels. 

However, I made the decision when interest rate was lower and there was support for an appreciating real estate market.

I have STR investors in Florida making 25% cash on cash returns, long term rental investors picking up properties directly off the MLS and cash flowing day 1 in various states, and house hackers completely removing their housing payment from the picture allowing them to save for for the next property.The beautiful thing about real estate is there are so many ways to succeed and a plethora of strategies depending on your comfort level and how active you want to be.

At a high level, real estate will make you about 9-10% (a 6% cap rate plus 3-4% in appreciation). 

And you get feedback at a level high enough to determine how to proceed. 

It is digitally monitored so they always know the level and so do I with the app.