If you're interested in meeting more local investors the Southern CTReia is great, there is an even better group that meets Wednesday in Fairfield, and then CT Reia is probably the closest for you, they meet in Meriden.

The closest meetings I have found were in the Sacramento area. 

Tell them "My business is based on referrals and my goal is to provide you with 10+ service so that when you close on your home you feel confident and excited to refer me to your closest family and friends"2) Then: when the transaction is at it's most emotionally charged (positive) state, say they just won out on a multiple offer, ask them for a referral.

The closest seem to be "Off Limits Ads" or "Advertising or Promoting"...  

The Upper Marlboro REIA run by Sherman Ragland may be the closest to you in MD

So next week I'm going to make the 2 hour drive to the closest REIA.

I went with DCN 107, as the descriptor in the instructions seemed closest to what I was trying to accomplish ... but I have forwarded to my CPA for review ... wish me luck!

An FHA purchase, the closest thing to receiving first time homebuyer incentives, will allow you to get away with a smaller down payment.

The closest rental I was able to find was about 2 - 4 miles away hence the wide rental range.

Also, change your profile to the part of California you'll be living in since there are other investors that can network with you in those areas that are closest to you!