I have been searching and seeking out stuff for over 2 years now and run into a wall, so I thought here would be a good place to ask for some more help.I have reached out to a myriad of investors that have wrote books, meet and local groups, and places like this and they have all said the same thing. 

Readers are advised to seek professional advice.

I am seeking some advice on the padsplit market here in Atlanta area.

This depends on the market you are seeking, but in Tampa where I am you cannot get a decent STR property under $400k or so. 

Readers are advised to seek professional advice.

You're off to a great start by posting here but seek advice.

Instead of actively seeking out buyers, focus on what I do here: establish credibility, showcase your knowledge and competence, and lock in high-quality deals where the numbers make sense.In this space, transparency and honesty are key.

Overall, I am looking to seek connections and resources to learn as much as I can about real estate investing in general and grow my network in the area.

Hello! I'm new to Bigger Pockets and have been immersing myself in the podcast and studying various aspects of real estate investing—from market analysis to financing—for the past two months. I'm planning to actively ...

@Helene GoodworthTo expand your network, identify your areas of interest, highlight your construction skills' application to investment projects, actively participate in local and online groups, and seek mentorship and guidance from experienced investors.