Here are some specific action items:-build out your profile on BP, I want to see a picture of you, know what you do and what your goals are-be helpful on BP, start trying to answer/participate in posts where you have some value-start reaching out to people on BP specifically, with small, specific asks-go to a few networking events every month and plan on talking to many people...it takes 5 + bad conversations to find 1 good one-go to 2-3 conferences per year and be very purposeful there in your intentions, don't just go to sessions and stay quiet, be intereactiveI probably should have started with this, but what is your goal in connecting with these people?

Their goal is to create a frenzy that drives prices up.

Everybody's situation/goals are different, so have a brief conversation with an attorney to make sure that your needs are addressed.A third thought, "now", as you described your situation above, is too early.

This would allow someone to understand the bigger picture of their investing and the larger goals they have.

It totally boosted my self esteem completing this (almost) within my one year goal.

It’s goal is to have one place that’s specific to our location.

Although, I have to thank him, because I see the potential of real estate investment being my knight-in-shining-armor bringing me to my goal of Financial Independence in the next five years. 

@Andrew Lawlor Purchasing anything in Los Angeles is aggressive if your goal is to cash flow. 

I would think about what your goals are.

I’m in Delaware and trying to learn more about the Philly market myself.My best advice would be to run the numbers and figure out which one gives you the best ROI and is aligned with your long term goals.