There are investor-focused agents and other professionals that can help. 

In other words, all industry related professionals would be good deal sourcing points. 

There are so many articles and videos not just on this site but many others giving you all the answers you need.

Hi, we are the professional property management in Worcester county with the competitive fee.

So, I'm very interested in prospect of using a portion of my net worth to invest in real estate now before this opportunity is lost (i.e. from not being able to get a mortgage, or at least as good of one, post-quitting)*.So, I'm looking to try to acquire my first rental property during the week of 7/3-7/10 - which is when I'll be in the area I'm looking to invest in, and be living long-term starting in August (aside from traveling 90% of the year).I've watched a handful of YT videos and read some blogs on real estate investing in the last day, but I'm looking for any quick advice that might make a big difference.

Rental investing has progressively become a professional play leaving small guys with no real advantage until we get to a scale.

There are lots of youtube videos on how to mud a shower pan. 

Mr Miller had posted videos of him talking to investment groups and for other large reputable companies in the Chicago area.

Pay someone a few bucks (found thru fivr, task rabbit, or craigslist) to walk thru and use their smart phone to upload a video to you on the condition of the facilities once a week or so. 

There are special rules if you qualify as a real estate professional, your losses are not capped.