This site has been invaluable to my real estate education, and I'd like to take it to the next level with networking here as we get our feet wet in investing. 

First of all there is a wealth of info on BP about wholesaling and wholesalers so poke around here.While you will learn general principles though all these sites, i would recommend networking in your area and see if there are wholesalers or investors who might be willing to pay you to birddog for them or do other tasks to start learning the business and the market.

You can also attend seminars and lunches for even more networking opportunities.

I also am in the process of finishing up my RE license courses as I really want to expand my network, save on fees, and maybe sell some homes here and there.I've been keeping an eye out on properties within the Riverside areas around Riverside Community College, Cal Baptist University, and University of Riverside (UCR).

There are several other military investors that I've networked with in the area.  

I have been on BP for a few months trying to figure out how I can make it in the world of real estate investing with a middle class income and small network.

The more you network the more people you will meet and the better chance you have of finding a true successful mentor. 

Personally, I'd take the time to network and get off-market deals.

Also recently I was featured on DIY NETWORK FIRST TIME FLIPPERS.

You can join us next week https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/554303-aprils-ct-ny-real-estate-networking-event-rene?