@Erica M Chambers thank you very much.  

My friend at the Chamber of Commerce basically said that when I got to that point, he can arrange for me to meet every competitive developer in the area to pitch my idea.

I recommend looking for local real estate investor meetups, chamber meetings, etc... that will put you in contact with investors and business people that may be able to be your investor, or may be able to connect you with an investor. 

I'd recommend you call the local Chamber of Commerce if there is one and ask what kinds of businesses and services are available in the area if you're concerned or just start googling.

Old School method: hit up your local County or City Chamber of Commerce for the area you are cruising. 

The people you should call and ask them where to be depending what your goals are are experienced people in the Chamber of Commerce, building officials, City council people, and newspaper people.It is not the place to consider because of the current conditions that have helped the values and they will decrease some day as long as you are looking at long term returns.Good luck to you!

You will need to offer a brokers commission.I would also reach out to the local Chambers of Commerce since they are in tune with their businesses.

The local chamber of commerce or university will likely have the information you need.

We recently went to an event in West Houston Chamber of Commerce and they addressed this issue in detail.

I also attend various small business networking events, startup conventions, and chamber of commerce events.