I would start with this read: https://store.biggerpockets.co...Then start hanging out with other investors, meetups, facebook groups, etc.Pick a real estate investing lane (there are so many ways to be successful in rea estate) and stick with it.We have a bunch of other resources, tools, tips, tricks that I am happy to share if you are interested.

You can also check meetup.com or search facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

The Hampton Roads real estate agent community created a Facebook group specifically for contractor referrals.

The Hampton Roads real estate agent community created a Facebook group specifically for contractor referrals.

I highly suggest you add both groups to your Facebook and start connecting :) I'll keep a lookout for ya and we can grow together :) 

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

You can also check meetup.com or search facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

Do not accept double or tripple deposit candidates with sad stories, have every single person go through the process of elimination.Once I found a great candidate step two was for them to pay background check through transunion (if they end up signing lease down the road, I would offer a refund on the app) If they didn't get a pass is all good because transunion data they can use with other landlords.I did all marketing all websites, even facebook. and the number #1 that worked the most traffic was .... front yard sign and closest busy intersection yard sign.

Reia, Facebook groups, make a post on craiglist and fb marketplace

You can also check meetup.com or search facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.