I usually work with my local credit union where I have developed a relationship over the years.

Reach out to local banks, take them to lunch and tell them your story.

If you’re looking to invest in your backyard, it helps to network with as many locals in the industry as you can.

being hands-on and local is a big advantage.

To answer your question yes its enough but in many cases it might be risky.2. location, room to raise rents, occupancy of property, local laws, type of investment are just a few topics that play a huge part. 

From my point of view for event guest screening and security deposits, Superhog is reliable and integrates well for STRs and events, but you might need to adjust its setup for your use case.

Most local house flippers keep to themselves from what I noticed since I know a lot of them.

Are you not working with any Local Realtor?

You may just want to hire a good local property manager...

Network Network Network (On the fourms, 1:1 coffee/lunch with local investors, agents, lenders, and in-person at local real estate meetups) - Here is local meetups listed in BP:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-real-estate-events-...1.