Texas is a big state but up here in Dallas a lot of investor networking groups have contractors at them and they can usually tell you to use X figures for X. 

Looking to connect with other investors and like-minded individuals and grow my own network around NS as I look to get into RE Investing!

I am looking to build a network of local contractors and property managers in Columbus area. so far the properties have not generated any cash flow as i had spent rehabbing them.

BP is an awesome place to network.

Are there any flippers or landlords in the Salt Lake county in need of trash out, move in, move out , lawn care?

We have a network of individuals that could potentially help.

I told him about the REI meetings they have in our area where local RE investors support each other, give advice, network, etc. to basically say "tons of people are doing this," and his first conclusion was that it must be some "investing club" that's trying to steal my money and convince me to buy real estate from them so I take on the risk and they try to get in on the management side to take a cut.

I've started looking but my focus is currently on building a network of people which I feel will be invaluable given the fact that I'm living and working in another country (Salzburg, Austria).

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Check those REIT's out, I think they're good deals for aspiring investors.On the other hand, if you are really determined, I would suggest not only networking with sponsors you find on here or online, but joining a mentoring group like Lifestyles Unlimited, as that way you can establish relationships with people doing deals, plus you can learn a lot about how multifamily real estate and syndications work.