I know some people do this but proceed with caution.

Would love to connect with people who can give me advice on what to look for or where to study for starting out.

There are slight Regional variations in labor prices, but it's not as large a discrepancy as people think.

The best way to approach these connections is google research, connect with people on Facebook groups and other forums, know people, have an airbnb listing, or hire an MTR manager that already has the connections...is pretty much all you can do.Would love to connect more with you, and plug you into our military network to help you out!

Though I have purchased some with a mix where 330+ days a year, people parked in the driveway and the street except when there were snow bans, but there was enough room to fit everyone in the driveway/parking lot, and that was a hassle to deal with some days. 

Too many people get stuck in analysis by paralysis and then before they know it it's been 5 years and they are in the same spot Do you think my age will impact my authority as a landlord?

Start small to learn the market, people, and areas where you can achieve success.

If people complain about something I dont go right away.

I put quotes because its simple but many people make it more difficult.

I am completely new to the investing side and would love to find something to meet new people/learn as well as learn more about the city.