Guru#2 charges $597 for his 6 week course (an over $3900 value), same thing $2 million portfolio - I attended his free webinar so that's how I know the price.  

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

That should not be your problem. the idea that you are getting involved in investment real estate and do not have time to attend to your money could be a problem.

I highly suggest attending as many local real estate meetups as you can. 

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

Sites like NeighborhoodScout or even just attending local city planning meetings can provide insights into where the city is growing.Network with Local Investors: Building relationships with experienced investors in Austin can accelerate your learning curve.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.