I'm looking to connect with wholesalers in the area who can add me to their network of investors as well as brokers who frequently perform in-house deals before they reach the market and MLS. 

I've been keeping mental notes on books that were frequently mentioned on the podcasts, and just reading anything I can get my hands on, so I really appreciate the suggestions on what to read next!

When everything pans out there's seldom a problem, but Murphy strikes frequently and that's when it all hits the fan.

In layman terms, its ideal because if the numbers work, you will have your tenant paying your mortgage and you will be living rent free.Most on the site will agree, this is a great way to get started.Listen to the BP podcasts and frequent the forums with any questions you have.  

Frequently "bylaws" can be changed just by the board itself and "covenants" require a vote of all owners.

Termites frequently become a problem where there is moisture.

I'm currently in the process of building capital for a down payment on a multi-family unit in the Bay Area (currently living in San Jose but move around semi-frequently for work). 

Besides that I haven't heard of a BP club that meets frequently in MBS.

On sites that need less lifting like just some interior renovations, than it's less important to go out and see it as frequent.

When they begin, how frequent, when they are made, who they are made to, end date, remainder beneficiary, etc.- Collateral and the terms around that.Each one of these can be nausanced, hit me up if you want to chat.