Quote from @Mohsin Ali: Hi all, I'm joining this conversation late. 

I'm new to real estate investing, but have thrown myself into learning as much as I can by joining a Veteran based investment community, have been working with my realtor and looking daily for potential multi family properties in the Dallas area for house hacking, which I've set myself an deadline to be completed by May.

Welcome @Zoe Brennan - something that may be worth looking into at some point is joining a brokerage/team that only focuses on helping buyers and sellers with investment properties.

Stay disciplined and avoid rushing into deals without thorough due diligence.Resources for InvestorsIf you’re new to investing in distressed properties or looking to expand your portfolio, consider leveraging resources like:Local Realtors: Realtors specializing in distressed properties can assist in locating off-market deals and navigating complex transactions.Community Forums: Attend a local investor meetup or join online forums for the Phoenix market.Educational Tools: Search out webinars, workshops, or courses on investing in distressed properties.Final ThoughtsThe distressed property market in Phoenix is creating some excellent potential for the right investors willing to go the extra mile necessary to take on strategic risks associated with this category of real estate.

I joined the REI Accelerator program in May.

And only if you invest in the following 6 months after you join. 

I agree that I need someone with experience, that is one of the main reasons I joined the forum.

Originally posted by @Rick Klingenstein:This is what i was looking for when I joined BP was any info from anyone that had any experience with Jerry Norton and his programs.

Start with a contractor that has a lot of 5 star reviews.You can join some facebook groups and network with investors in your area.

Building a NetworkNew agents struggle to build a network that can provide them with leads and support.Solution: Attend networking events, join professional organizations, and offer value to others.