So my question to you is - if you're from CT - are there any meet ups or networking events that happen - that beginners are welcome ? 

💬❤️What’s your best piece of advice for someone new to the industry?"

A great way to start is by attending RE events and joining a local investors association.

I don't even know if they are a real company yet they do FB live events every week. 

Generally, the events are pretty great and no one really trying to "sell" you.

I've built my network through different industries but real estate is a common theme in our investment strategies.

In the event of default/non-performance on a CFD for vacant land in one of the hypothetical "foreclosure" states I mention above, does the land parcel have to go to auction, with bidding starting at the unpaid principle balance of the contract (plus late fees, legal fees, etc.)?

But honestly, almost all those vendors off that list were competitively priced and great to work with.Recommendation: if you know at least one credible vendor who's been in the industry a while, ask them for their list.

Dream on Me Industries, the company behind the brand’s rebirth last year, announced the shift to a digital-first strategy, focusing solely on online shopping.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.