You'll see what interests you there and it'll help define your objectives and give you concrete steps to take on the way to meeting your goals.

You can join your local REIA group, Attend local meet ups and Network with your peers. 

There are so many resources on here that will help you.Attend local REIA meetings and connect with like-minded investors: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetRead the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingListen to the BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/

You can also try to negotiate one or two extension options in the loan (you will typcially have to pay an extension fee and meet certain requirements to be able to exercise the option)

I stumbled upon BP through You Tube about 3 months ago and have been hooked ever since. { I do enjoy the ribbing between Josh and Brandon} Not sure if there are many BP folks way up here but it would sure be great to meet some like minded Rich Dad Poor Dad fans.

We plan to go to some local meetings soon to meet up with fellow local investors.

Have you gone to any local REIA meetings yet?

If there are any investor friendly realtors and property managers, I'd love to touch base and hopefully set up a day to meet. 

Research a market Target one market and 3-4 sub markets Visit the marketMeet with all professionals involved including: PM's, Brokers, Attorney if required, fellow investors in local BP or REIA meet up. 

Attending REI networking events really is the best way to meet fellow investors in the area.