Study the market.

Thinking how my parents sacrificed everything so I could get a solid education without having to work a day during college because I was nose deep in Complex equations  of linear and nonlinear thermodynamics and chaotic flows", and couldn't sacrifice the time to work while studying!

Of course, before that, you will inevitably need to spend a lot of time (self-disciplined study) to learn Real Estate Investing and when you are ready to take down a small house (4 bed or something [rent rooms to your friends or other students) or a small multifamily), you will be a lot more confident to do this. 

Check to see if you have to install any manholes, fire hydrants, curb, gutter, sidewalks, street signs, street lighting any specific street design or access requirements, Check DOT requirements for access, stop lights and permits, traffic studies, DWQ requirements for permits, permit fees and time frames.Once you have an idea of what you can build and what is required in terms of permitting and infrastructure you want to talk to some civil engineers and commercial general contractors that do the type of projects and build the type of buildings you want to build so you can get an idea of costs, time frame and requirements.

In my studies, I have learned situations where if you are nice to these wiser elder individuals, they may return to you a lot more than a profit. 

You'll just have to do the leg work to discover the status.

I'm about to order an online course from Charlie Krackeler so I can study myself.

You will discover the same info, but depending on how it is presented, this route may be a bit more time-consuming.Either way you go on the above, including any necessary research, you will have a sizable list of investors who are both cash buyers and active purchasers of fixers. 

Been studying for a few months and just recently attended a local REI club. 

I have studied a ton but am more of a hands on learner .