How do I know a good/bad deal, value-adds, flips, BRRRR, maybe even syndicate tips, only online sources available.

These are far from the only good sources of information but they are solid starting points.

Since I entered the buying market in January for my first deal, I found that the MLS may not be the greatest source of finding deals.

I have never attended a meeting as I live overseas currently but the meeting recordings and podcast have been a good source of info for me on the Northern Colorado markethttps://www.meetup.com/Northern-Colorado-Real-Estate-Investor-Group/Other events in your area can be found here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings?

Better to find other sources of capital for your real estate ventures.

In addition, buyers will no longer be able to borrow the down payment from 'non-traditional sources.'

Motivation comes from many sources which is why your first question when you are dealing with off-market sellers is where do you want to go.

Do you have any other source of funds to invest in RE?

However, this has been a source of inspiration and motivation to continue learning.

(Source: https://portcitydaily.com/local-news/2020/06/02/evictions-utility-shut-offs-on-hold-in-n-c-free/