Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged.Since your interest lies in buy and hold, I added the below links for your review while you wait for local connections via networking.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property) http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.udemy.com/biggerpockets-real-estate-investing-course/ (video with 64 lectures and approx 6hrs of material)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)REI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REI)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

Go to “Recent Projects” in the top menu bar and you’ll find a link that will take you to pics and videos of our progress throughout the project. 

They collect primary data from courthouses, mortgage companies, etc. and they cross-reference that data which allows you to pull records - for example - of only absentee owners with 40% or more equity, etc.FYI -You might enjoy this free REI education video: Creating Campaigns that Fit Your Budget.

I am educating myself as much as possible in Real Estate by reading books, watching videos and other networking.

Hello Mike,One thing you can do is look for agents that are popular in your area and notify them asking for an internship.

I have been sitting in on a few sheriff auctions and watched plenty of the bigger pockets videos.  

Definitions will vary, but when it comes to apartments, some general rules of thumb:Property TypesClass A: Built within the last decade OR older property that has been very nicely renovated/well-maintained and is located in popular neighborhoodLots of amenities (doorman, security system, washer/dryer inside the apartment units, stainless steel kitchen appliances, on-site gym, doggy park, package room, reserved parking, etc.) 

I started watching BP videos on youtube, and always found some useful informations even though I can call myself veteran in RE industry.

Watch the Video.

I like the 4 square method I found bigger pocket you tube video.