These are things people shy away from.

Normally you see people get into this space and they want a clean house as is and simply want to do cosmetics to it which seems easy enough.

I've been trying to connect with local wholesalers to get on their distribution lists, so I'm right at the heart of the action.I'm based in McHenry, IL, and I'm on the lookout for tips on finding like-minded people in the area.

You've earned every upvote and helped people you don't even know :)

33 people per day are moving to Greenville. 

Mary, In addition to the real estate clubs already mentioned I would add start asking the people you interact with.

I'm looking to surround myself with like minded individuals and would love to attend some local meetups as I start this new journey.

Most markets have a lot of people looking though.

A common thread you can't help but notice if you spend time around here is that people hate their W2 jobs.

There are humans out there that will happily share their experience, strength and risk management, find those people in your local market.