Most lenders that I work with give Wholesale Rates (vs retail rates when you go directly to a lender). 

While I’ve considered cash-out refinancing or HELOCs, the high rates make these options less appealing.I’m debating between using cash to acquire more SFRs or diversifying into mixed-use retail properties.

seems to be with the power of REI nation in the market place wholesalers would be lined up to present deals to U guys first .. invite them into your offices and give them the tour like you do your retail buyers..

Accessibility and local knowledge above everything else. 

Left me feeling like a basically have a retail/fulfillment person on my team so I'm a big fan and would recommend giving them a shot, especially if you're in a similar position as I was: Needing to furnish an STR quickly and cost-efficiently. 

Where we can see a huge opportunity is in the flood damaged properties that are selling at fractions of the retail prices.

Hey stl folks, I'm a new investor . Starting from my backyard I'm looking to connect with some vets in the industry and familiar to the area/market. From investor friendly agents, lenders, escrow companies, anyone for...

I live in Phoenix and my business partner and I put on a couple local forums for investors like yourself to network.

My focus is on raising capital for acquisitions and acting as a general partner in real estate investments, with a special interest in industrial, multifamily, and retail properties.

Please message me and I can answer any questions you may have on real estate, local meetups or the local area.