How can I find a mentor in my area?

[Maggie Howard]

Hi Bigger Pockets! I am a newbie from Nj, who is trying to learn and gather as much information as possible. My question is, What is the best approach to finding a mentor? I’m looking to connect with someone in my area who is already does real estate investing. Any advice would be awesome!

[Odie Ayaga]

I would say find a way to add value. Tons of people come here looking for someone to mentor them, but you have to understand the people they want to mentor them are busy by nature. After all, who would want to be mentored by someone who doesn't do anything? If you can offer a mentor something of value, they'll be far more likely to try to provide value to you in return. Remember "Don't ask what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country"? Same idea. Give BP Podcast 203 with @Matt Faircloth and @Liz Faircloth a listen, it has a very good section on just this topic.