I am delighted to announce that I just closed a transaction that was purely through BP. 

@Eric WhiteWelcome to the BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.You mentioned an interest in Buy and Hold, so, I added the link below on rentalshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

Are the local REIA meetings announced on here?

Go the county Clerk of Court site, Official Records search.  

@Jessica SmithWelcome to the BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.You expressed an interest in flips and as such I added the guide below for your review.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

@Mitch VillalvaWelcome to the BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.You are at the crossroads of your career and while you think of what to do next, below are some links that will aid your decision.Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

Lending to family and friends can be an good idea, but make sure to have the paperwork drawn up by an attorney to make it official and compliant with your laws.

@Anthony ColettiWelcome to the BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

You also mentioned your desire to purchase a duplex and as such I added a guide.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/07/19/how-to-buy-a-duplex/ (guide to buying a duplex)Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

@Ciji McBrideWelcome to BiggerPockets, a place to interact with a vibrant REI group, learn the real estate business and language.It doesn't matter if you are young or old, totally new or need to build upon your experience.Yes, you have just announced a commitment to the thousands in this community about your seriousness regarding REI and have taken this bold step to affirm it.Your time on this site with the BiggerPockets community will be well spent and can be financially rewarding if you so desire.Don't get overwhelmed by the massive amount of data archived on this site.Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?