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

Quote from @Gregory Schwartz: A local agent recently got sued for calling an old client who was on the Do Not Call list.

Yep check BP and Meetup.com or Eventbrite for local meetups @Baron Wheeler

I am leaning on local first for my next investment, but not ruling out an out-of-market opportunity. 

My suggestions:* Requiring code compliance and safety equipment is absolutely valid and should be part of the regulations* Requiring owners live within 15 miles is not necessary since poor hosts whether they're local or distant will violate the 3-5 warning system and earn a suspension.

I'm a local broker and investor and manage 100+ investment properties.

Glad you have experience investing locally. 

There are also some locally I think through the AAR, I would reach out to them but if not I am happy to help!

In one case they used a notary at the local US consulate.

The local market has a lot of opportunities, especially if you’re looking into multifamily or creative financing.