You'll get a wealth of REI knowledge and learn how to take full advantage of Bigger Pockets (including how to connect with other Texas and Florida investors).Listen to the podcasts , get active on the forums & set up key word alerts to be notified when people are discussing topics you're interested in. 

Ok, now that I have your attention: I'm a brand new beginner, I've been reading some books, listening to the BP podcast, and researching housing data and listings for a while now.

The more you read, learn from the forums, and listen to BP podcasts, the more realistic the idea of buying numerous properties in 1 year will sound.

Now I've listened to almost all of the bp podcasts, read a whole bunch of books on real estate and being a landlord, and am looking to take my next educated move in real estate this year, 2017.  

If you could send me a PM with a link to what you think is your best call I would love to listen to that so I can get a feel for what it is your doing.

Definitely check out the Ultimate Beginner's Guide (http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing)Also, start listening to Brandon and Josh on the podcast, it really helps put examples to strategies and understand the lingo.Finally, there are a bunch of BPers in the area so always seek advice and feedback when you consider an investment.Best of luck!

I have found the forums on this website to be invaluable and I am an avid listener of the podcast.

I have been listening to podcast as well as doing a lot of research online about purchasing my first rental property.

However, to help educate you on the subject and provide you with some general tips and advise I suggest listening to episode #004 of my podcast. 

Hi James, I've been on biggerpockets for a while now in listen only mode but finally decided to start contributing.