LA South REIA has a lot of events.

I have listed some helpful recommendations for you:Meet BiggerPockets member in your area:http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you:http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide:http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/Find upcoming real estate events: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happeningsForum and Blog rules: https://www.biggerpockets.com/rulesIf you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person.

You could also set up a tenant Facebook page if you think you might grow your portfolio that posts important information about your community, events or emergency information

https://www.facebook.com/events/1665406613716274/This is entitlement. 

That would give you much superior returns over paying a bunch of middle men, you would also then be assured that the rehab was done up to you quality standards, and finally it would hedge your investment to a large degree from any short term pricing volatility caused by a recession or other events outside of your control.

In any event, I think it's clear that construction of an entire new roof would be capitalized, fully removing all old shingles, and re shingling from scratch to a bare roof likewise would probably require capitalization, but simply laying a new layer of shingles over the existing shingles (which can be done in this case since its the original roof with only 1 layer of shingles), is a much closer call.thanks for all the input

I just read an article that said this is the hottest market in the country for rise in home values.

Your website should to be just one part of an overall online marketing strategy including regular newsletters, blogs, webcasts, live events, etc. that will keep your rankings high on Google, and give you a way to stay in front of the investors you meet, all to help you build a database of well-qualified investors who are ready, willing, and able to invest when you find your next deal. 

@Tiberiu GurauI have been to the exact event you are talking about.

Hi Morgan,Welcome to BP I would suggest going to the community tab and look for network events, I also use the app meetups to find real estate groups in my area!