If you are searching for offmarket, you can network with local wholesalers, and also use something like dealmachine to generate leads.

Later in the video he says his students have had 12: https://www.google.com/search?

As an agent, I personally would love to hear your thoughts on how the implementation of AI will affect agents system processes or how it already has, however I would love to hear about it's impact in all facets of real estate.Apologies if this is a repeat post, I haven't searched much on the forums for this yet. 

My immediate goal is to acquire our first property and spend the next two years mastering the basics of real estate investment. ( Refining the Go and No property search criteria/ Learning the value of taxes and avoiding them as much as possible/ 1031 exchanges) Depending on my wife’s career orders, we may remain in Baltimore for 1-2 years, but I’m also exploring opportunities in West Texas, Sierra Vista, AZ, and Houston, TX.

Starting with local credit unions is a good idea.2 - I recommend starting your search with a Realtor who specializes in working with investors.

I did a quick google search, but didn't find it. 

Search markets that work for your goals then eliminate from your list the ones that will not fit with your lifestyle.  

When all the dust settles, and the  person searching is tired and discouraged and gives up, Jerry may not have bought  a single lot, but he's made some money from the training he sold you, which was his main goal from the beginning!

A quick internet search led to quite a few complaints by people claiming to be ripped off, had deals fall through, or simply getting the run around each time. 

Have you tried searching through local Facebook groups?