I would build a relationship with the person before you decide to partner.

I currently use Wells Fargo and it’s a pain in the butt to keep going there in person and setting up a security deposit account.

However, because I am unable to make trips to scout locations or look at homes in person.

Personally, I just don’t know if it’s worth it.   

If @Drew Sygit doesn't have a local person for you, I have CFO clients in KC, MO that have used this firm: https://propertyvaluationservices.net/services/protest-taxes...

They are a great person & I wish them the best of luck for future work.However, I'm somehow unable to justify the $25k+ I am expected to pay to them as commission on each $1M invested.If I am researching the market myself, creating comps myself, reviewing each disclosure myself, working with the mortgage lender myself, finding problems in the homes myself -  what is the value add that the agent is bringing to the table that I can't execute myself?

Was it real property or personal property?

Buy a few things on credit that you would just usually pay cash for.I personally would not rush into a Heloc or such.

Did your borrowers mention securing your investment with a recorded mortgage or deed of trust, personal guarantees, lender’s title insurance, or anything else?

Sloan, he seems to be knowledgeable about commercial real estate and after peering over his website briefly, it seems that he offers personalized training to people new to the business.