Not sure how big Meetup and Eventbrite is in your area but I would try to attend as many events.

There are no real wholesalers in the group, and very few people doing free and clear transactions, at least that I know of, and the average level of the knowledge about real estate of any of those "Bid Dogs" attending the masterminds is very low, or almost non existent, as most of them are new members.Phil preaches that they are experts because the know just a little be more about real estate investment than the average guy, but the reality is that is all smoke and mirrors, and they feed and prey upon people expectations to improve their lives, creating false expectations about people being able to make money the easy way, with no credit or money to start with.

Attend meetups and meet as many people in RE as you can. 

Attend a Meetup in your area or meet someone local and grab a coffee or a beer.5.

I have a family member who will be attending Trinity University in Dublin next year.

Attend a Meetup in your area or meet someone local and grab a coffee or a beer.5.

I lived in Muncie for 5 years attending BSU.

Attended a few local REIAs.

I'll send you contact info for a lady that attends some of our Asheville BP meetups.

Attend your local REI meetups to build up a strong network and feel free to reach out and connect with everyone in the community.