Grant Cardone (fraud) Brad sumrok is like lifestyles, I like Joe Fairless his website syndicationschool.com is free and well done enough then you can guide yourself and go network without paying 30-50k to join a BS program

There's no step by step guide but there are key things : Learn: RE strategies, what interests you, what do people in your area need.Connect: find a mentor, accountability group and be around those doing what you want to do.Help: solve problems- do people need dealflow, property mgmt, construction expertise, etc. 

I’m happy to guide you through the process, share some success stories, and help you avoid common rookie mistakes. 

This includes all the tools and knowledge to help potential client’s make informed decisions on their new builds.Beyond guiding us through our investment journey, they also have always offered additional market and property analysis to give us a deeper understanding of the real estate landscape, helping you succeed with confidence.

I figured this would be the perfect place to connect with like-minded people, get advice, and explore more resources to guide our decisions. 

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Pairing that with relationship-building will help you uncover off-market opportunities and find local experts who can guide you.For meetups, here are a few ideas:Indianapolis Real Estate Investors Association (Indy REIA): They have a mix of virtual and in-person events and are a good starting point for networking with other investors in the Indy market.Louisville Real Estate Investors Group (REIG): A similar organization for the Louisville market, with educational and networking opportunities.Check out BiggerPockets Meetups: Many cities have local meetups organized by investors active on BiggerPockets, and they often include virtual options.Facebook Groups: Look for local investing groups like "Indianapolis Real Estate Investors" or "Louisville REI."

By consistently researching the market and recording both my own and my colleagues’ transactions, I’ve built a substantial database of closed deals, which I use to guide my clients effectively.

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I'd link up with some of the awesome agents above like @Eudith Vacio or @Edgar Barbosa and have them guide you through the city and what it has to offer based on your buying criteria.