Kudos to you for putting together a real estate investment plan - and don't worry about your newbie status - spring chickens are overrated ;)If you haven't already, I would recommend that you start talking to potential lenders (banks, mortgage brokers, credit unions, etc.)

In terms of connecting with US RE brokers, you should network with them virtually through social networks.

I have not been on ESPN but would be seen on bassmaster.com, ive been on a radio show, lots of social media and locally in the area at tournaments

@Charles Morris I found my last fix n flip by making and “I buy houses” post on the local Facebook social site, the owner was very motivated and saw my post at the right time.

Recently, the area in which the motel sits was deemed OZ status.

Nevertheless, it is definitely forbidden under the broader prohibition against discrimination on the basis of familial status."

Chances are, they'll only provide you their name but with social media, that's all you'll need. 

Call local banks, talk to your REIA, spread the word on social media and to your friends and family. 

I have often wondered why many of the biggest flippers/investors around town are all over social media, and putting in the bulk of their efforts into pitching education. 

How can I approach them and find out what the status is and what should my angle be?