EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

If I start a property management podcast or YouTube channel tomorrow, it will be to make money not to educate you. 

Like Rich said, starting reading and self-educating. 

I have been consuming as much education/reading regarding out of state investing as I can as well as literature regarding buying larger buildings (not quite the syndication level) although I have been reading that material as well to digest.

See who represents owners frequently in your jurisdiction and get set up with them.

.: Maybe someone can educate me on the actual uses and mechanics of using a substitution of collateral clause (aka substitution of security) in a loan when you are the borrower.

@John Lasher I considered it education, like a certification or minor degree.

Pull your tenant-landlord laws for your area and arm yourself with as much education as you can about being a first time landlord. 

If you're a landlord, then you'll want to educate yourself on the local laws.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!