Now to provide extra comfort and convenience to our buyers (who are mostly out of state) we agree to help them out by getting them set up with local property management that we work with closely as well as assisting management market the property for rent to place tenants.

I think the borrower is better off trying a local bank or broker in that area.

Start small, refine your process, and use your network to connect with local investors and seasoned professionals for guidance.Good luck!

In my opinion, the best "first step" is to find a local REIA to attend. 

Personally, I’ve been looking for ways to align creativity with the numbers, whether that’s finding undervalued properties, building relationships with local agents, or pivoting to new strategies.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

I would check your state and local regulations. 

While finding a local CPA is important, consider the option of working with remote professionals who specialize in real estate and small business taxes.

Attend the local and regional Real Estate meetups.

Going to local RE meetups can be a great way to make these connections!