Lots of good content online regarding this process.

I seen online gift funds can be used with after 10% of my own money.

Build relationships through meetups, online forums, and direct outreach to create mutually beneficial opportunities.

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

Easy application that is all done online and you get approved in as little as 5 days which is helpful if you an urgent need for the funds or a deal that you want to jump on. 

Online search engines and an amazing real estate agent, who is still a good friend; she understood our needs and actively worked with us to find a family friendly neighborhood closer to work.

MOST things you read online say the VA assumable loan is intended for primary residence and you must occupy the home for certain amount of time.However, according withroam.com which specializes in VA/FHA loan assumptions, you can assume va loans for investment.

Also check out Landlord-friendly online Banks like Baselane.

Online, you can check probate records, foreclosure lists, and even Facebook Marketplace for potential deals.

I've now seen courses from BiggerPockets, I attended my first real estate seminar last Friday, made an appointment with a potential real estate coach for month's end, and lately I've now been looking into some beginner online courses from NYU.