What is the best approach to finding high-quality wholesalers in this region?

Welcome Peter,I'm just down in southern Ontario in the Niagara region and I can say honestly 50 K goes a long way down here.

@Bryan Hancock  Also I defiantly think this regional as well.1 million in certain markets for low value asset players can go a long way.in our markets here in Oregon and yours in Austin that's one house maybe 2 .. at least new build specs.and in most of the bay area or better parts of LA its one if your lucky  Same with high dollar east coast or north side Chicago etc.

This, coupled with the fact that Harrison has poured nearly $200 million into building the infrastructure of its downtown region (not mentioning Red Bull Arena or the aforementioned Path station which leads directly to NYC) you have a strong candidate for appreciation over the next 10 years.  

Smaller local/regional banks may make portfolio investments that they hold on their books.

Really sorry to drone on, but being outside of the US, I just felt that i need to ask some region-specific questions that may differ over here.Thanks for reading, and hope to get to know some of you a lot better over the coming months/years.Cheers.Craig Aucott

The reason that I tell you this is because this weekend I am going to be in NYC at the regional office giving a presentation and won't be available until monday. 

Your best bet is to hit the phones and call around to the smaller/regional banks in your area that do portfolio loans on rental property.  

I've been looking at properties in the greater metro area through the MLS for a few months and it seems impossible to find deals in this region (at least through public avenues like the MLS).

Cap rates vary by neighborhood and region.