Or are they all online? 

Additionally, consider attending local real estate meetups or participating in online forums to gain perspectives from experienced investors.Start by exploring different types of properties—residential, commercial, or multifamily—and determine which aligns best with your investing strategy.

Start attending local meetups or online networking events, and don’t be afraid to reach out directly to experienced investors in forums like this.

You can find tons of investors in those online communities.Slower one is to build your own buyers list.

I read online that I need to separate my personal and business finance to avoid the piercing of corporate veil. 

@James McGovernAs an out-of-state investor, some key things I’ve learned to look for before jumping into any market:Local property management you trust — they’re your boots on the ground.Neighborhood class and street-by-street variability (photos and Google Maps can only show so much).Exit strategy clarity — whether it’s BRRRR, flip, or buy-and-hold, your numbers need to work with conservative assumptions.Reliable contractor network if there’s any rehab involved — this can make or break deals from afar.And finally, verify rent comps and rehab costs with locals — online estimates often miss the mark.

So reading everything online, and here, I am struggling with my own personal situation and finding it hard to believe that I and/or my wife do not qualify for this deduction.

Like not the FCC but online.

I have been browsing housing markets online and trying to do the math but when two properties I chose were showing negative revenue I started thinking I was doing something wrong. 

The closest National REIA affiliate is Utah REIA in Salt Lake.Peter Ledger: http://www.utahreia.orgBefore your move find local group like Springfield Area Landlords Association (SALA) and attend a meeting of two.When you are at home NationalREIA.org has online videos you can watch.