Here are some good places to start:http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet - find and connect with other BP members that are in your area.http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts - Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you.And, of course thehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/forums - ask any question about real estate!

I also have a few investors actively looking for Bay Area deals as well.The forum's is a great way to connect with people all over.

If you're looking in Brooklyn (my hometown that I want to return to one day as well) check out this thread on property analysis: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/509736-new-york-nightmare-market?

There are many BP forums for wide variety of subjects.

I hope to become a more established BP member as time goes on, but until then i will continuously scour the forums for investing tips and tricks!

In my opinion you will get 1000x more info from the Bigger Pockets podcast, forums, blogs and books.

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.

@Carlos Morales Welcome to Bigger Pockets, you're already on the right path by being apart of this forum.

Hello BP forums!

You can find upcoming local meetups here https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings