I would advise finding an investor friendly realtor when you choose a market.

Taking advantage of this investor friendly window would be worth it!

My experience with friends/some clients is get their numbers via whatever method you can and reach out via the phone.

I have no social sphere or contacts family or friends in Oregon (I don’t know anyone besides my fiancée).Goals: continue to have flexible schedule while enjoying what I do (selling real estate) and making good money.

I am remembering a lawyer friend advising her parents on land issues.

Quote from @John Brown: I have a friend with a property in a very desirable location in Texas that I believe would be great for STR.

I have seen a lot more success from my friends getting cashflow in that area. 

I have gotten to know Matt very well over the years and consider him a good friend.

You have received some great recommendations and if you are yet to decide on an Investor friendly to work with, you can send me a DM and see if we are a good fit.I do provide free mentorship and a lot of free resources and connections to anyone I work with especially beginners like you. 

I said lent to your cousin, I guess I could have said friend.