I don't have the experience raising money, but from what I've read and listened it's showing a proven track record to show your experience and professionalism.

Read books on investing in real estate, listen to the podcasts, attend webinars and stay active on the forums while connecting with other investors in your area and pick a niche.

I love listening to the podcasts and going through Forum posts learning and helping when I can.

I listened to every podcast twice, read over 12 books on real estate investing, and lurked on the forums.

Also Start reading bigger pockets, books on real estate, listening to podcasts and just gathering as much info as you can.

I'm new to posting but a long time listener and follower of BP.  

Read books on investing in real estate, listen to the podcasts, attend webinars and stay active on the forums while connecting with other investors in your area and pick a niche.

I've listened to ~50 of the BiggerPockets podcasts, read a lot of blog posts, and have been lurking in the forums so I am looking forward to applying the knowledge I've picked up over the past 9 months and learning more!

I know that Equity Trust and others have Bational Convention s .Remember, Pay for Education 1st Or You Pay for it Later, But you do pay for it.My wife and I attended our NWREIA mtg and listened to several speakers over ~ 6 months we attended mtg and seminars before selecting the company.

At BP, not only can you network with other investors, you can listen to BP's very own podcast in itunes.