Here are a few recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts Read Beginner’s Guide http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing and check out BP Podcast.Wishing you the best!   

Here are a few recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsIf you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select that person below.

If you haven't already, set up a keyword alert for "Chicago" and other topic areas that you're interested in, and you will start meeting people who can be a resource for you.

Also, if you haven't yet, try to setup some "Keyword Alerts."

Don't miss The BiggerPockets Podcast - they are great for learning how others are finding success.Oh - and be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts- especially for "San Francisco" so you'll be notified when people mention it here in the forums.Thanks again for introducing yourself!

Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsWishing you the best!   

Welcome to BP, @Beau Blinder There are a lot of local investors on BP so be sure to set up your keywords so you can see when people are talking about our market.  

If you haven't yet- be sure to setup some "Keyword Alerts" to get into conversation in your target area.Seeya around!

I have DFW keywords set up so maybe we'll cross paths.

They are both great at learning the fundamentals.Also - here's a couple articles you might enjoy:The 21 Best Real Estate Investing Books Ever How to Rent Your House: The Definitive Step by Step GuideOh - and don't forget to set up your Keyword Alerts!