If you are not adding value with direct owned real estate, you will get higher returns with passive investing in syndications (IRR in the mid teens).You find sponsors and offerings by networking...here on BP (it's why I have 1700 posts), listening to podcasts, REI meetings, some registered investment advisors have them, crowdfunding sites. 

If you haven’t already go attend networking meetings and meet other investors.

Hello,A friend and I are interested in starting to wholesale in the Chicagoland area and were hoping to network with a few wholesalers in the area to get advice on starting out.

I am looking to network and find professionals that could help me get started and can introduce me to their network.

@Richard Howell , in-person networking is really the most powerful way.

He also has webinars and conference calls for free that connects a network of private lenders and note buyers. 

I am looking forward to network and connect with investors in the Virginia area.

Also network at your local REIA and put the word out what you are looking for.

Hello, long story short I’ve been networking and looking at properties for a few years now.

I agree, many deals come from networking, and social intervene