My suggestion is to continue being active on BP, get out to some networking events and seminars and also educate yourself through books and podcasts. 

Collaboration, innovation, and ongoing education will give anyone navigating this market a significant advantage.Let me know your thoughts!

I also recommend The David Greene Podcast on YouTube because he is the most genuine, honest educator out there right now.4.

You will get pitched, but good coaches want you to get some reps first or else they aren't really coaching you, they are educating you and you can do that part for free.

Memphis has a diversified economy, with major players in logistics (FedEx, UPS), healthcare (the Med District), and education (University of Memphis, Rhodes College).

@Kainoa Oneha Education is 100% back, whether in person or online.  

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking. 

I recommend educating yourself as best you can to avoid some common mistakes.

Then I wrote 3 books, became the person in charge of education in my REI and had to produce presentations every month (at least 2) for it, and before I knew it,...It's not as hard as you think, at least it was for me. 

@Justin BradburyTo kick off your path in real estate investing, you need education, networking, setting goals, analyzing deals, and starting small.