There is a lot of helpful information online, especially on BP, but nothing beats connecting with people in your market. 

Join online communities like Facebook Groups and BiggerPockets Forums to engage with experienced investors.

Explore out-of-state markets like the Midwest and Southeast, use local property managers, and join online investor groups.

Do you provide for online rent payment?

I wasn't really thrilled being forced to quickbooks online from desktop so I would like a different software for bookkeeping but need to retain my mortgage bank too. 

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

I really like to think about it like online dating.

Write the property on the receipt and keep a digital copy and the hard copy.Quickbooks Online is a good software for both receipt capture and organizing what expense goes with which property.  

@Tyler GilpinGo online and check the local housing authority for that city.

Networking is key—try connecting with local investors, joining real estate meetups, or hopping into online groups to learn more and build relationships.