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.

Of course, you need to read The Ultimate Beginners Guide to REI here on BPIf you haven’t already, please read/listen to these books ASAP!

I looked over your info and website and it seems you are staying very active.  

However the plan is to stay in DC for the foreseeable future, I love it here. 

That is my exact plan get a good one on the hook and reel it in with someone guiding me on the motions.

They also have a buyer’s guide that lets you search by the specific service you need.

Make sure to read the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing

HiWe( 3 partners) have an LLC and we own 3 properties in Cleveland, OH and we stay in PA.

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person which should appear below the comments box.

Welcome @Malek Mcahl Check out J Scott's book on Flipping Houses, it's great guide on rehabbing.