I can show you how to do it (holding 'dozens' of deals' in his hands.)  

I have had 3 people email me this weekend who are over leveraged and also cash strapped in that they have repairs of $5k or more, o cash to repair and without repairing cannot release unit.

You can use other people's money if the numbers work.

First month free only attracts people who move every 12 months.

Are there any local meet ups or websites on where to find more people who have a moderate level of experience meaning they are  somewhat experienced but still looking to collaborate and network with more inexperienced investors like myself.

@Luisa MorejonA metric that most people don't factor in is headache factor. 

While this is a great and highly motivating goal, most people are either clueless or incorrect in their belief as to what is required to obtain this “lifestyle”.Understanding of the “how to” get there is further obscured by the misleading, and often patently false “pathways” sold by real estate educational MARKETING companies as workshops, upsold to association memberships, upsold to mentorships.

Some people just are NOT cut out to be landlords.

I am seeing more bureaucracy like inspections and fees, which I can understand because some people let their places become true hazards.I do agree what @John Underwood said and would consider lawyering up. 

Hi Ricky,I always recommend that people create their own model.