There are a handful of active agents here on BP in the Portland area (including my business partner and I) who would be good places to start.

@Stuart Udis, I think there is starting to be a bit of a shift here.  

Is it a bad idea to start investing if I don't live in the country.

Minimum loan amounts vary, but the product we work with most often starts at $500,000.

I am a wholesaler out of Maryland looking to start content creating on my journey, looking to connect with some people that do the same type of thing.

You need to start from the beginning thqt there are no deals, They pay they get a nice place that is it

I’m thinking a small town could be a great place for me to start compared to big cities.

I've seen plumbers and builders stop hiring because all the "young" people start the job and then don't put in any effort or stop showing up.Figure out what you want to make hourly, then start telling everyone and their brother that you need work, how many hours you are available, etc. 

Congrats on starting your short-term rental journey!

Bigger pockets is a great place to start by asking advice to those who live or invest in certain states/cities.