One needs to have outstanding local market knowledge to underwrite effectively. 

Quote from @Saquan Johnson: I would reach out to local rehabbers in that area and also higher-producing agents to get this info.

However, I am also considering duplex and tri-/quad-plex assets if they pencil.Additionally, I currently work for a locally-based commercial developer/lender on multifamily, land, and some hospitality projects.

We started a Dayton Ohio MeetUp specifically for local networking.

Quote from @Mason Jacobs: Quote from @Eric Goldman: Quote from @Mason Jacobs: @Eric Goldman had a good point, if you don't rent it out no one will lend DSCR, you might get a local bank but a DSCR doesn't work if you don't have it rented!  

Looking for a local connection with experience or network within construction management field that has done a development deal or know someone that has.

I highly recommend investing in a property management software, such as Hospitable, for syncing your calendar, automating messaging, and scheduling cleans, as well as a dynamic pricing tool, such as PriceLabs, for optimizing your pricing based on market demand, local events, and seasonality. 

So, let's try some local real estate meetup groups.

I'm in Orlando and active in residential real estate as a Realtor® and also serve on the board of CFRI, the local chapter of the National REIA.

I'd recommend speaking with local specialists in your target market to look at multiple investment options side-to-side.Lastly, some of my clients have been encouraged to stay away from HELOCs unless they expect a lump sum (inheritance, sale of other asset, bonus, etc.) to pay off the HELOC in the next year or 2.