However, I would like to do some part time work or volunteering in the industry to get better acquainted with the industry.

Then attend the association meetings, volunteer to be on the board, get involved so you can talk to other owners and influence changes in the rules.

You can word your rental application to get them to volunteer the info versus you asking them directly.

However, I would like to do some part time work or volunteering in the industry to get better acquainted with the industry.

That's fine if you want to do that, but extra income should be the last reason you get your license as an investor.And yes, as I suggested above, finding a successful investor and volunteering your time in exchange for on-the-job training is what I would highly recommend for any new investor.

The East Coast is my home and I've got a part-time job working for the organization I've been volunteering for the past 10 years lined up.

My wife volunteers at a women's crisis center that deals with sexual violence.

Maybe as  a next step you could see if a real estate company or property management firm could use you as a volunteer to learnt he ropes?  

Here are a few ideas: Have food drives at apartment complexes, volunteer opportunities for residents, beautify the area, sponsor kids at a local school and give them financial education resources...

Hello BP community,Quick question, and thanks ahead of time for anyone that takes the time out to volunteers an answer to my question...Whats some good companies I can seek vendor/ trade line/net 30 accounts from starting out on trying to build business credit?