Now, back to your topic....lol! 

I recommend using the 'Search' and 'Keyword Alerts' functions here on BP to check out some past forum posts and suggestions on this topic. 

Are there any recommendations of resources on this topic that are readily available to the public?

You can search for that here on the site and Zillow has info on their website on both topics as well.

One topic that people seem to be interested in is how to find deals and how to fund them.Last, if anyone is interested in joining, we would love to have you!

https://www.biggerpockets.com/topics/800518

It's called "driving for dollars" and you can search BP for a lot of discussion on the topic.

But in any effort, this is not the topic.

Try to spend 4-5 hours a week reading books and on BP, researching different topics.  

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersSet 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: https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcastIf 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.