My local market only has one power company so I'm wondering how people systemize this...

Talk to all of the local credit unions.

Especially with a newer investor such as myself.This has steered me towards buying locally.

They also tend to stick with locals to create more affordable housing by locals for locals.

Carter,Network locally with real estate investment groups and Facebook groups. 

I belong to a few local Facebook vacation rental groups.  

I found this deal off market while making relationships with local real estate agents.How did you finance this deal?

Also, connecting with local realtors or property managers could help you get a feel for market rents and tenant management.

That being said, I would use the "Lenders" link on BiggerPockets to try to reach out to more lenders about any programs they have that may fit your needs.Granted, my personal experience is somewhat dated, but when I was primarily doing BRRRs, I had a local lender that required 12 month seasoning on my first two deals.  

A suggestion I would give you is to find a couple "for rent" signs in your local market, get the address and start "running your numbers" on the rental property calculator that BP has for us on here.