You definitely do not want to do the work yourself unless its very minor stuff and you have the tools, skills, experience and time.

Like most engineers, I'm quite introverted and therefore my interpersonal skills are not the greatest. 

The haters are quite organized. 

We cannot accept articles of organization unless the statutory agent information is provided.

Here's my quick brainstormHow I would find a mentor:1)Attending a local real estate clubs2)Attend real estate investment focused educational classes (not get rich quick road shows)3) Look up and research real estate records, news articles etc. of local real estate investors4) Work for a real estate office/broker/agent who invests or works with investors5) Join & volunteer at social service organizations, charities etc that known investors in the area belong.

@Eduardo Nieto What are your skills?

In all of your communications, spoken, written, texting, whatever, be sure to have the skills to communicate professionally. 

My wife is doing the spring cleaning/organizing early this year.6.

I wouldn't brush it off so quickly, I know people participating who are actively organizing their neighbors, it would be wise to keep an eye on the attitudes in our respective areas and be prepared for what could be a challenge for ma's, pa's, and companies alike. 

My lockpicking skills aren't the best.