You’re absolutely right—networking is everything in this business.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

I’m going to go ahead and recommend a few resources & folks who have been very informative in understanding this volatile asset.The Investors Podcast does a weekly Bitcoin-based podcast that I really recommend, this particular episode is pretty academic on the common misconceptions of BTC:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-study-billionaires-the-investors-podcast-network/id928933489?

I am interested in joint venture possibilities and general networking.

These guys are always out networking to find more deals.

@Oli HarpsTo manage your Oakland 4-plex effectively, stay informed about the local market, build local connections, conduct thorough tenant screening, consider value-add opportunities, decide whether to self-manage or hire a property management company, network with local investors, plan for growth through scaling your portfolio, explore financing options, and stay informed about the local market through online communities and resources.

Upon initially listing within both the Zillow and Apartments(dot)com networks, I left the application feature on to see what would be received...

@Andrew GheenTo invest in real estate in Indianapolis, focus on moderately priced properties, network with local contractors, and understand market conditions.

@Bo Goebel Recommend 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.

Focus on one that aligns with your goals and research it deeply.3.Build Your Network: Connect with local investors, real estate agents, lenders, and property managers.