Has anyone been able to get around the subletting restrictions?

Of course, with all things, the answers to all these matters will depend on the circumstances.California tends to have more laws on the books and requirements and restrictions that it can be a good idea to form a CA LLC for out of state property so that you as a CA resident are covered, and to try to have your contracts fall under the purview of CA courts.

There is a ton of new/newer construction around there that has come online the last 2 years in the medical district and most of those buildings have had real challenges.

Check out other online guides available here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides3.

Join online groups or forums for direct feedback and recommendations on agents.

There are no public testimonials because I have limitations and restrictions on that sort of thing.

The agenda is jam-packed even more than usual this year so what you see online is just an agenda-at-a-glance.

Many hold events online as well, is there a way to search for just events that are online?

I forget which (Champaign or Urbana), but one is very restrictive on STRs...just make sure you are aware of zoning and restrictions. 

I was looking at some online real estate courses and they cost thousands of dollars so thought it might be better to invest in syndication and get 15% or more returns.