ways to meet such people would be meetups, or simply walking into some smaller offices, could also ask around to other owners of the assets you are interested in and see who helps them. 

It is so important to vet the people you work with.

I’ve been coaching new investors for a while, and I always enjoy hearing about what brings people to real estate.

So the duplexes are in more quiet secluded areas and rent to more of your regular 9-5 workers there are more than people think but not much for sale. 

Anyone know of people that got audited for being a RE prof and what happened?

Of the conversations I have had with people discussing hard money lending, some seemed opinionated in that the high interest rates and terms were enough to scare them off.

The sub 550 credit score people come out of the woodwork to apply for this home. 

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

Want to connect with like minded people in the area.

I'm sure people would pay extra for some kind of "meal prep/private chef" type package in their living situation.You've got the right idea thought, but don't be afraid to reach...nothing wrong with dropping your price after a couple weeks if you don't get any interest.