Try to get a feel for areas that pique your interest as well as connecting with investors/agents/contractors etc.

Sherief, if I may, I would love to connect with you and learn from your experience. 

I'm still trying to figure out how to connect with agents. 

I would love to connect with any and everyone in this space as I soak up as much knowledge and information as possible to try and be successful in this market.

I was hoping to connect with individuals in the space that would be able to help guide me through this process. 

Developing connections with local real estate agents might also help you receive replies more quickly.Connect with local professionals by going to networking events and meetups for real estate in the region.

Springfield seems to keep popping up on booming market lists so I figured it was time I hop on here and try to connect with more folks.

Make sure to connect with local lenders and brokers, as it's beneficial for achieving your real estate goals.

I think @Michael Doherty sent you a list but if you want to connect with people here, contact @Brandon Rush, @Stephanie Cabral, @Devin Peterson, @Ryan Luby for his meetup details. 

Looking to get my foot in the door by connecting with investors so I meet your likings.