New Southern California Investor, excited to get started !

[Shane Elias-Calles]

Hello Everyone,

I am a new investor who lives in southern California, which we all know is not an ideal market to purchase rentals for cash flow.  I am finishing up my master's degree in just over a month, and have decided that I am dedicated to pursuing real estate investing! 

I am looking to buy my first property this year. Would love to receive any advice on purchasing out of state? what is the best way to get started with out of state investments? 

Also would love recommendations for networking events near Newport Beach, CA 

Thanks, look forwarding to getting to know and interacting with all of you, 

Shane