I recommend trying to attend one of your local REIA meetups, one of the best ways to network and maybe find that local mentor you are looking for.

Your network can help too.

No foot wide holes in the kitchen floor (one place I looked at), not gutted to studs, appliances in place, etc.

All expenses are paid by the plan and all income flows back into the plan... of course tax-sheltered just as if the income were from gains in the stock market.So if you have expertise and a good network in an asset class such as real estate, private lending, etc., you can use such a plan to invest in what you know. 

You will be able to find more resources through networking at these clubs.

We are excited to start our real estate adventure and look forward to learning and networking here on BP.

@David S.The best way to is to constantly network with brokers and search through listings online. 

The main thing is, either marketing as such, and wait for them to come to you, or be more pro-active and try to network with the right people who make those decisions.

welcome @Michael Burlison this is a great place to network and build your team.

I think networking is a big key to success.