I am an investor friendly agent as well looking to start my journey in RE investing.

Beyond trying to connect on this forum would recommend look in the BP Meet up section and checking out local DFW FB RE investor Facebook groups as well as Meetup.com and Eventbrite for local events. 

. :-)Also, I would not consider wholesaling as getting into Real Estate, nor would I consider arbitrage as a RE investment.

Yes, but your "highest and best use" is being an accountant to your clients, not handling the minutia of your RE portfolio!

Here’s a quick summary: I’m retired but finding myself needing to re-enter the workforce.

🔄 The Side-Hustle Timeline: How to Build Your RE Business While Working 9-5Ever feel like your W2 job is holding back your real estate dreams?

I usually use a RE agent for sales, but I'm not sure how to pick one. 

For sure AI follow up, re-engagement, and appointment setting is a huge trend coming into the real estate industry across the board. 

Free your day up for training in RE and getting real reps with sellers from the leads you're getting and really hone your craft.

Quote from @Eddie Ray: Im currently looking for a RE tax professional/preparer in San Diego, CA.