It’s heartbreaking.Connecting the DotsMy research led me to RealPage, a tech company at the center of this controversy.

You'll have a slight disadvantage compared to the local population, but nothing that should crush you.

Local banks and smaller credit unions are most aggressive in this space.

Stay disciplined and avoid rushing into deals without thorough due diligence.Resources for InvestorsIf you’re new to investing in distressed properties or looking to expand your portfolio, consider leveraging resources like:Local Realtors: Realtors specializing in distressed properties can assist in locating off-market deals and navigating complex transactions.Community Forums: Attend a local investor meetup or join online forums for the Phoenix market.Educational Tools: Search out webinars, workshops, or courses on investing in distressed properties.Final ThoughtsThe distressed property market in Phoenix is creating some excellent potential for the right investors willing to go the extra mile necessary to take on strategic risks associated with this category of real estate.

As for meeting local wholesalers, networking at meetups or even online could help you connect with the right people. 

 I am looking for any local investor's, property managers, and agents  down in SC.

Definitely recommend checking out local REI meetups in Boston now and Chicago later—tons of value in connecting with local investors.

Quote from @Kyle Barnhart: I live near Phoenix and looking to invest locally.

(To avoid months of probate and thousands if not $10’s of thousands of dollars in costs.)Hawaii is considered a "TOD deed state," meaning that residents can utilize Transfer on Death (TOD) deeds to designate beneficiaries who will inherit their property upon their death, allowing for a potential bypass of probate court proceedings.If she is already in memory care center.

I'm also from Brazil and I'm local to Stamford.