Join local meetups or online groups (here on BiggerPockets, Meetup.com, other other local REIA are the good ones).

If the software is not simplifying your life or making you more accurate, you shouldn't use it.Software does have extremely helpful features like online payments, marketing syndication (click a button and your property is advertised on multiple sites), electronic document review/signing, maintenance tracking, and owner reports.

Do you have any tips how you obtained the phone numbers online from the MF property list you got from Listsource?

I understand equity and cash-flow are related, but what I mean is that I don't need the cash flow right now as much as I'd like to build a strong portfolio that can cash flow even more later on.I've owned a single-family rental for 4 years, but on mulitple fronts I felt like I've done a poor job self-managing it, so this Fall I picked up the Turners' book on managing rentals and that's what led me here to Bigger Pockets online.

He practiced that well and his son is now one of the largest developers in the country, if not the world.The nice thing for investors is that there should be a 2-3 or maybe 4 year gap in major apartment developments coming online. 

That way you are training him to go through the proper channels.  

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Networking Tips: How can I leverage industry events, meetups, and online communities to build relationships with potential investors?

For one it helps you get that hands on training you need on how this real estate marketing things works. 600 to 700 pieces  should bring back some buzz.

Look into markets with steady growth and affordable prices, like Indianapolis, Kansas City, or Chattanooga.You can build your team remotely by contacting property managers, realtors, and contractors online, though meeting in person can help strengthen relationships.Focus on your strategy (buy-and-hold, BRRRR) and use platforms like BiggerPockets to learn and connect with others.