I often practice analyzing leads as they come to my email, and continue to educate myself, but I have not made the move yet.So, I hear networking is key, but I've been to several real estate meetups in my area and it seems like everyone is there for the drinks or not really willing to collaborate (especially with new and young investors).

Any and all insight and potential for collaboration is greatly appreciated.

Keller Williams because the CEO Gary Keller literally wrote the book on how to be a successful agent AND how to be a successful investor not to mention an oft-quoted best seller on how to prioritize and plan. 

Prioritize the work.

So agents have to prioritize their time to work with the leads they believe are the hottest, willing to make a competitive offer and pull the trigger when a solid deal comes along not the "perfect" situation.

Look up DFW REI Creative Finance Collaborative on eventbrite.com

Some agents/inspectors have a good relationship and they will prioritize their clients. 

Another option is to use one that has Xero integration.Once you've narrowed your selection down (based on the features you want to prioritize), I'd recommend taking advantage of free trials and introductory plans so you can find the one that suits you.

like all negotiations with the vast amount of personalities we work with to transition property effectively , finding a way to communicate to collaborate for your , their and the sellers needs is the balance we all strive to strike.  

At the time we didn't prioritize Real Estate, but understood the Marketing systems and took advantage.