Networking at local meetups and connecting with agents who work with investors sounds like a great strategy.

The passive way is searching online and connecting with others who can share their deals with you (wholesalers, other agents, investors, etc.).

If you’re saying the exact same thing to every seller, you’re probably missing opportunities to connect and provide real value.

I'm actually jumping on here to let you know that am also an investor around the Champaign area, I'd love to connect!

It's a great way to increase your net worth and these loans can also be used to pull cash out of a property as it appreciates allowing you to reinvest money into new deals.Happy to connect to discuss further. 

I lived in Cleveland for multiple months and have some great connections to help you get started investing in Cleveland.

Would be glad to connect and see if I can be of assistance!

Quote from @Paige Gardner: Does anyone have Any HML recommendations I'm a beginner and want to get started right away but want to weigh my options  Local to your market, happy to connect to help or point you in the right direction.cheers!

Would love to connect in the near future and hear how your first flip went! 

I am open to Real Estate in any region.I am willing to speak and connect with everyone.