If you’re looking to invest in your backyard, it helps to network with as many locals in the industry as you can.

However, I wouldn't want to live anywhere in Michigan because of their college football team.

Fast forward my entire career has been in construction from residential to commercial to industrial. 

@Chris Blackburn, while I can't speak to this specifically, there are a few red flags I see in your post.1: A Realtor has to be a member of the national association of realtors, an industry trade group primarily focused on your typical home buyer.  

Also, post industry articles.

Facebook starting Libra is huge for the industry.  

Would connecting him with a mentor or having him shadow someone in the industry be too soon?

I am specifically looking at a 1985 Connor Industries home.

Hi Guys hope your having a wonderful day im looking to Work for someone willing to teach i know alot already but You tube dont mean Squat i need hands on Experience with someone with Wisdom in this industry that can help me get my feet wet in a controlled environment and i think working for people that are already doing big things in real estate will help more than just going on your own Iron sharpens iron.

People were chasing industrial workers on the LNG projects in 2020 and paying outrageous rates for rental housing.