Hey there @Lamier Guzman you have a good idea as a foundation.1.

Start by networking through local meetups, REIA groups, and online communities like BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors.

this is a good way to get started. 

I really want to do local meetups and interact with more advanced investors but don’t know where to start.

Also, there’s much to delve into on of those scenarios, like what type of cashflow or investment do you want, etc. residential, multi-res, small multi-res, commercial, industrial, etc.There seems to be fewer deals around these days and this typically benefits the more experienced and skilled investors but there are always multiple investors that get “tripped-up” in these markets due to them relying on recent “fortunate” market circumstances only to realize the markets cycle and they weren’t prepared or didn’t underwrite properly to account for unforeseen potential.There are more considerations, but this is a start.

Any ideas appreciated? 

I started a new post asking people's thoughts about insurance costs in your local area and specifically costs to rebuild and other challenges:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/95/topics/1227051-insur...

Check their nightly rate, occupancy and amenities.That will give you a pretty good idea of need and profitability.

For example - 7e does not own a thing, so a bank probably has no idea who 7e is. 

Great community to bounce ideas off of as I build my knowledge base.