For example, you set up key word alerts. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

As a new member one of the best pieces of advice I received was to setup some "Keyword Alerts" to get into conversation in your target area.

Set up keyword alerts for your city or the properties/niche you are interested in3.

For example, you set up key word alerts. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

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.

Lots of great connections all over but we also have a very strong and active contingent here in MA on here so make sure to find them (Set up some keyword alerts to find out about local topics) and get connected.Besides doing that on here make sure to get out to some of the many local investor events we have.  

You will receive an Addict award along with a habit; as well as learning and retaining useful real estate information without struggling.Bigger Pockets has various resources: ebooks, forums, blogs, webinars, podcasts, keyword alerts, an awards system, a learn section, colleagues, informative people in many fields of real estate, and more.We are considered to be the average of the 5 people we spend the most time with so connect with REIA meetings, accountability partners, and mastermind groups to engage with individuals interested in real estate investing.At the bottom of this page is a list with help in it.

Make sure to set key word alerts.

For example, you set up key word alerts. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

For example, you set up key word alerts. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts