There are a handful of active agents here on BP in the Portland area (including my business partner and I) who would be good places to start.

We asked to escalate but haven't heard back yet.

I am just getting started, but willing to learn as much as possible.

Were you able to get started with your multifamily investing?

I'd feel comfortable investing ~$50k to start off.

There is a lot of research to be done to make sure it is feasible before you start the project. 

I recently moved to Barcelona with my gf and two dogs and we are considering starting our real estate journey with our first investment property either in Barcelona or Valencia.

Your financial background is a huge asset, and it’s great that you’re starting locally in Milwaukee while keeping an eye on future expansion.If you’re looking to connect with like-minded investors, the Rental Property Association of Wisconsin is a fantastic resource for networking with rental portfolio owners, accessing legal resources, and finding contractors. https://www.aasew.org/For mentors, funding sources, and flippers, the Milwaukee REIA is another great group to explore. https://www.milwaukeereia.com/I’m a member of both and find unique value in each—maybe we’ll cross paths at a future meeting!

When I started in WA DC area funding a few new projects..

The learning curve for plumbing is a nightmare, you'll spend a lot of trips to the store and get frustrated starting over constantly.