@Kyle Scholnick Find a mortgage banker that has a residential portfolio loan.

Then you'll have a self study reading list and hands on learning....I don't do large scale but will send A few ideas, beginner property management to more advance transactional stuff in case you get to talk with investors or bankers.

Did a realtor tell you this or a mortgage banker?

I've been told by bankers/mortgage agencies that my cash-out refinance will have to come via an investment loan rather than an owner-occupied A6 cash-out, as I am not actually living in the property. 

For what it is worth, I am an IT consultant turned commercial banker that works in special assets so maybe I can contribute in other areas of expertise.

Kevin,Beyond finding the property, the agent should be able to help you in locating financing (refer you to a mortgage broker or mortgage banker), refer you to inspectors and be there for the inspection (some agents won't show for the inspection, but any that are worth their salt will show), as well as go over the title report and point out anything that an he/she feels an attorney should look at, be there for the closing and go over the final HUD-1 closing statement, looking for any charges that are out of the ordinary.And before any of this, they should pull "comps" on the subject property so you'll know what a good offer is for the property before starting the process and paying for an appraisal.Agents do a lot more than just show pretty houses.

I agree with @Minh L. about going in and talking with the banker who made your current loan and get information on what they want. 

And wake up every day with only my agenda that I will follow.. does not mean I don't take care of business  for sure I do.But like you I surround myself with great people,  I look at my core relationships.. same banker 22 years.. same accountant 20 plus.. same insurance man 20 plus ( if I have a claim and I am not insured its his fault not mine :) )..

Networking with more experienced RE brokers and sales people who are investors like yourself; more RE investor/bankers to help you with your financing; more RE investors to trade with and promote your deals.Make no mistake.

I spoke with a banker last week and this is happening more frequently.