I would also like to be apart of a master mind group and learn from proven leaders and experienced investors.

Experienced investors will want to help you if you show initiative, drive, and genuine interest.

@Zk LaniMain questions my company looks for: (FYI we don't lend in SC so this is for information purposes and not promotion)This is for a 100% HM loan that covers both purchase and repairs for new or experienced investors with low document requirements.Before you have a property targeted:1) Bank statements showing roughly 10% of the loan total on hand.

There are some truly experienced folks who share great information. 

You will likely need to speak to a lawyer or a experienced landlord in your stste.

@Allan Kyariga go to local investor meeting and network with experienced investors.

If you are not experienced with at least some of these things yourself or have someone you can talk to that you trust about these things, this experience will be a nightmare for you to take on as your first property. 

Experienced investors for a newbie looking to have a passive income portfolio.

Find a good contractor to walk the project before buying it if you are not experienced 

So even though the communication is more personal you may end up in situations that your 1 man operation isn't equipped or experienced enough to handle.