I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor.

Look for distressed properties through online platforms or local agents.

They also appreciate honesty and transparency so they can make decisions fast without any surprises.Some of the top skills that you can focus on are:Comping: Knowing your comps inside out is a must.Negotiation: Being able to connect with sellers and strike a good deal is huge.Networking: Relationships with buyers, agents, and other wholesalers are invaluable.Also, Get to know your local market being able to talk the talk in your area will help a lot.

However, if the owner lives in Cuyahoga County or a contiguous county, the owner may be listed as the local agent in charge.

From my experience, attending local meetups, lending-specific events, and networking with experienced investors can open doors.

Hi Kemi,I’d recommend connecting with investor-friendly agents and wholesalers, as well as joining local Facebook groups for off-market deals.

I am new to real estate investing and looking  to connect to any local imvestor.

2) Your credit score3) Purchase price and down payment amountI would recommend shopping rates with a few local mortgage brokers.

In addition, there will be a ton of high school seniors coming to campus Jan-March to tour campus etc to decide if they would like to attend etc. 

I would outline your scenario to a few local mortgage brokers - with everything you've said this seems like a pretty easy deal.