Finally, double-check local demand and rent trends in the area to ensure the pro forma income is achievable.I’ve worked on several mobile home park deals as a broker and am currently helping a few clients sell their parks, so I know how important it is to ensure the numbers make sense both now and in the long term.

If that is all ok then get a very good local realtor to run comps in that area to determine the conservative value of the home once you've completed the renovation work(ARV).

And the best way to start networking is here on BP and attending your local REIA meetings IMO.

If you are searching for offmarket, you can network with local wholesalers, and also use something like dealmachine to generate leads.

its genius really.. most bird dogs work for locals on a performance basis and don't have to pay the investor to bring them deals.. 

And the locals in Highlands have been fiercely debating STR's and regulations for the last few years, so I wouldn't be comfortable buying there.

Hi Brian, not sure how close you are to NH but there’s a couple local meetups that happen every month in The NH seacoast area just across the Maine border if that is something that interest you. 

Should I reach out to local agents, wholesaler like New Western?

As a lender, fostering relationships has been an incredible opportunity to create a healthier local real estate market. 

Stay hyperlocal and get a good team in place locally so you can recognize good people when you find them.