This is definitely the place to learn and network with folks in your market or the market you're interested. 

Hello all I'm new to bigger pockets I've been learning about real estate and the different ways real estate can benefit me now that I have a plan and know more specifically what I want out of it I'm just stuck on how I should go about buying my first rental property

Hello everyone I'm new to wholesale I've been reading books and teaching myself but I would like to learn more and know everyone's experience if anyone would like too meetup or grab coffee and take I would love to get advice from others that are in this industry.

Was it a smooth ride or more of a learning experience?

When I first started, I focused a lot on learning and networking too.

But when it comes to actually investing, I’m not sure where to start.I’d love to connect with experienced investors who enjoy teaching and wouldn’t mind having someone eager to learn.

In CA (my market) the seller is required to make honest disclosure statement and you can collect for material non-disclosure.I suspect you already have learned that you need to check the status of all permits. 

@Adeel MakdaRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Take ownership of your mistake and learn to do the proper due diligence recommended above😊https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094/91097-why-you-should-screen-a-pm-company-like-you-screen-for-tenantshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094/91878-how-to-screen-a-pmc-better-than-a-tenant-part-2-communication-and-documhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094/91879-how-to-screen-a-pmc-better-than-a-tenant-part-3-the-management-contr

This is why we are here though, to discuss and learn!