New aspiring RE investor in Pittsburgh PA!

[Eric Wood]

Hello BP!

I'm Eric - my wife and I are exploring purchasing our first rental property, ideally in the Pittsburgh area (especially the South Hills). We have our own personal home, but are interested in the idea of having some rental properties to generate additional income and build wealth. We have a lot to learn and I'd heard about Bigger Pockets for years on various FIRE podcasts, so I finally joined. Hoping to network with others in the area, learn, and start building a portfolio! Any recommendations for resources (calculators, spreadsheets - I'm a huge data guy), contractors, and any other related professionals in the Pittsburgh area would be so appreciated!