Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

@Krishna SurendraRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

In 2023, there was an 11% difference between what sellers listed their properties for and what they actually sold for.Since it has the highest count of sold small multifamily properties, here are House Hacker's top 10 Queens neighborhoods:Jamaica: 102 dealsFlushing: 71 dealsGlendale: 41 dealsAstoria: 34 dealsEast Elmhurst: 32 dealsBayside: 29 dealsCollege Point & Corona: 27 deals, respectivelyWoodhaven: 25 dealsWoodside: 24 deals* Just missing the top 10: Far Rockaways: 23 deals - Maspeth, Ozone Park & Ridgewood: 22 deals, respectivelyHow optimistic are New York sellers?

Looking forward to learn and collaborate with all the great professionals here!

Here are some local meetups and groups in the Portland Metro area that you might find helpful:Local REIA Group: A solid place to start for networking and learning as mentioned by Melissa!

There is a great group of members on here to connect with.

Here are some of the options I read:1. 

Here’s what’s worked for me:I’ve had great success going to local meet-ups and networking events.

You will learn a lot from the forums and podcasts available here but also don't be afraid to branch out and find local real estate meetups in your area.

@Patricia SteinerThanks for the info here!