Connect with local real estate agents, attend meetups, or hop on online forums.

As Jonathan said, attend some meet ups, we have quite a few here in Orlando.

Like you I've attended a few free seminars, which are merely thinly disguised sales pitches.

You have come to the right place to begin your investing journey.Have you looked into attending local meetings and joining Facebook groups?

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

There was always another book to read or seminar to attend in my search for the secret sauce.

I recently attended a meeting with the Council or Elite Property Managers at the Pikes Peak Association of Realtors in Colorado Springs and was shocked at how many property managers were stating vacancies of over 5% - 7%! 

Attend local REI (Real Estate Investor) meetups and consider joining online communities like Bigger Pockets for continuous learning.Step 2: Be Strategic About WholesalingWholesaling can be a great way to generate capital, but it’s essential to fully understand the legal and logistical intricacies.

Networking: Attend local real estate meetups or events to uncover off-market opportunities from fellow investors or agents.9.

I attended a few meetups and, over time, built relationships with folks interseted in short-term investments.