Portland, OR / Vancouver, WA Area - Looking to Network

[JJ Picard]

I am specifically targeting the Greater Portland, Oregon area to invest and flip in.  I spent a few weeks in Portland earlier this year to get to know the area better, but the market and weather is so much different from Southern California.  I love the character of each house and neighborhood.    What's been the best way to hunt down off-market or wholesale deals in the area?  What are customary agent fees? What are the upcoming areas?  What typical mistakes do flippers make within the area? 

Would love to learn from your experience if you're local! Thanks, JJ