If you know of any online forums or organizations where I can learn from others and expand my network and knowledge on wholesaling or getting my first deal, I’d really appreciate any recommendations Thanks in advance for your help!

patience Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Of course, I would only recommend this to someone who is familiar with the area. 

Quote from @Erik Estrada:NY Quote from @Michael Perrotti: Quote from @Erik Estrada:ok thank you - do you have anyone you would recommend i reach out to about this?

I recommend doing a flip when you do not have any money.

I cut off PMs that constantly try to find ways to add revenues by what I call trickery; selling some 3rd party service that they have contracted to all their clients, recommending small fixes turn into large one's,etc, make it difficult to get 2nd opinions. 

That is without the Santa Ana winds.They did make a recommendation to LA to install large dams or holding tanks for sea water high in the hills and pump from the ocean.

I also recommend The David Greene Podcast on YouTube because he is the most genuine, honest educator out there right now.4.

Hey Andre,If you are up for it, I would highly recommend buying a home that you can do renovations on to force equity!

If you want to invest in a self storage syndication, I recommend you consider Paul Moore with Wellings Capital.