Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction2.

I am here seeking professional advice from someone who has walked the walk and can guide me where to go from here.Some of my goals are listed below:My main goal at the moment is to find assistance in forming a financial plan with the help of a mentor.My other goals once I have established a plan:- Short Term: "I will obtain a cash flowing real estate property within the next year.- Long term:  "I will have more than or about 5-10 cashflow producing assets making me 5-10k a month in profit. 

I can point you to a free guide on tax delinquent property investing. 

"Every Landlord's Legal Guide" by NOLO is a good book for this purpose.

My target markets are NY and CT, but I’m definitely open to expanding my horizons.Since most friends and family members are hesitant about real estate investing, I'm on the lookout for a mentor who can guide me through this journey and potentially partner with me along the way.If you have any advice or know someone who might be willing to help me get started, please let me know!

Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction2.

At this level of knowledge and experience you need to be a co-agent and learning the ropes of things under an experienced person who can guide things. 

While I do tell people they should have travel insurance, especially planning a trip to SWFL during hurricane season, I also try to be understanding under special circumstances.  

I can take a look for you with no obligation and help guide you what to do next.

Then, make a trip out there at least bi-weekly if distance allows, or at least monthly if further away.