I've only been in a week so far, I'm hoping there is a little more structure for new members than there seems to be at this point.  

Assuming you have access to MLS (Multiple Listing Service, a place for agents to list deals).1) Look for deals that look like investor-type of deals (e.g. low purchase price, ugly houses, or sometimes MLS will even say what type of financing it is)2) If the buyer's info is there, voila.  3) Otherwise, contact the realtor to look for leads (that will be more of a uphill battle, but you never know...)

There's a Yale lock and I have the code, so far so good.

You're going in with eyes open, I still think there's value in talking to someone.

Hey there. 

This is unlike any other course or group out there and I have been in several.

There are plenty of great deals on the MLS.

Detroit's got the advantage with the Red Wings since the Barons left in 1978, so I guess there's that.

Hope you found someone you like out there.

Keep in mind that once you drop down in population there are issues with finding quality property management and as well as securing quality tenants.