First thing that comes to mind is a mentor but have not had any luck Also I have over 900k in equity across the portfolio, Is there a way to use the properties as collateral for a HELOC across the portfolio instead of individually?

Does anyone have any contacts they wouldnt mind sharing that can add me to their buyers list?

U may want to talk to your account rep and get a clarification of this. whole notes it appears they do assign 100% interest to the investor .. and in my mind that is the safest way to do these. 

Keep in mind these cities become hot because of past data, not future.

BP is a great place to definitely learn and connect with like-minded people. 

I also understand that some cash buyers, unlike many of those motivated by greed, are honest and knowledgeable, however I find it difficult to identify them.

It would blow your mind what I make off my LTR'S. 

How I would go about it is bring a deal to someone ( a friend or colleague) that I knew had money, offer them the terms I have in mind and continue until I find one.

My gut say's it's other motives. 

Folks remember, the modus operandi of both political parties is to fill your mind with stress in order to motivate you to do something.