I've narrowed down the best return for my money in this market to a 2 bed/2 bath (with top tier amenities) - about 500 total 2/2 listings.I'm finding myself a bit stuck when analyzing why certain properties are making so much higher than the average listings when they seem to have very similar locations, amenities, style, flow of home, beds/# of people they sleep, reviews, number of reviews, etc.

Hey all, as the title states I'm brand new to the real estate game and I'm looking to find people in the area who are willing to loosely guide/teach me how to wholesale/flip properties.Are there any networking events in the area I'd be able to connect with?

People coming into town to visit family, reunions, weddings or professionals on contracts.All that to say, don't count yourself out.

@Luisa MorejonA metric that most people don't factor in is headache factor. 

I've heard horror stories that it's usually impossible due to the "burden placed on the municipality" but could really never understand what that burden was... most people living in those units wouldn't be using the school systems so aside from maybe an increased volume in emergency medical situations I can not understand that statement? 

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

They could include things like waivers for documents and appraisals, relaxation of underwriting standards and money to fund repairs.However, there are benefits for people who just live in the areas, but aren't directly impacted.

Many people buy a house with a FHA loan and then turn it into a rental but it doesn't mean it's always allowed.

I also hold a couple of real estate forums in the area for people like yourselves to connect with service providers, GC's, etc. 

You're already half way there by asking people what they want to hear.