Affiliates with NARPM (National Association of Residential Property Managers) see if there is a local chapter in your area3.

Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsBest of luck here at BP Nation.

I would also suggest you check out CFRI, the local chapter of the National REIA.

You should check out CFRI, the local chapter of the national REIA.

REI Nation.

National.

The median sale price in Syracuse is still lower than the national rate, which makes the market even more competitive.

I know this company has a bad rep with some people but here is a reason they are one of the biggest wholesalers in the nation and they have always treated us fairly and been very straightforward with us.

The national portion is totally doable, but you have to pass both. 

@Andrea Lauritzen, Most full-service 1031 QI firms will all work nationally.