3) Check out some of the local meetups that you can find in this forum!

I did enjoy local meet ups when I was just starting out.

Brandon Rush lists many REI meetup events in CT on Facebook, so I'd recommend joining a couple groups to make local connections.

They are looking to make the move to join up with the adult daughter and so their 7 year old can go to the local school district, which has good ratings.I also learned that the adult daughter is looking to move from her current apartment which is in the midst of a bed bug infestation.  

An experienced investor or vacation rental real estate professional familiar with local application processes and 'loop holes' can simplify the geographical areas of priority. 

Me and two other partners are flipping houses locally and are using a local individual for the financing.

Partnering with Mike Hardin provided valuable local insights, making this an attractive and strategic investment for Partner Driven.

I suggest to look for local meetups in your area, these can be a great way to meet other investors, share experiences, and learn from each other.

Google RE centric lawyers, call the largest property management companies in the areas for lawyer rec's, or local investors or investment centric agents in the area to find a good one.

Go to local real estate meetups and see what investors also have a license.