My experience has always been better with a local lender.With that said, I am reaching out to David Greene's The One Brokerage about a refinance.

Their decision to expand into Ohio is not just a strategic move for the company but a significant boon for the local economy.

Go to small local/regional banks NOT national ones.

My sister lives in Lee’s Summit, so I’ll have family nearby to help navigate the local scene.

Whether you're a local or considering investing from out of state, I believe Albuquerque has some unique opportunities, but as always, there are factors to consider.1.

Hey @Aaron Price, I think the best way you can get started in real estate is to reach out to local investor-friendly agents in your market.

The key difference, though, was he spent months carefully getting to know the local architecs, reputable builders, and even a couple of niche design firms that specialize in modern builds for mid- to high-end buyers.

You might be some answers here but local people will be better. 

Local banks and smaller credit unions are most aggressive in this space.

You have some good comments above but I would also suggest to try some local real estate meetup groups.