Quote from @Dan Hertler: I currently manage some of my out of state rentals, but would like to create my own property management business locally in New York (Long Island). 

Hopefully a local wholesaler can chime in to connect.

Your local credit union is definitely best for when building a primary 

I am a local realtor in the Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk area and would love to help out if you need any assistance.

My local market is cost prohibitive to invest in and the thought of assembling a "team" of unknowns in another market was scary. 

Investing in Wisconsin and Illinois is a great move—both states offer solid opportunities for multifamily and single-family rentals.If you’re looking to connect with like-minded investors or agents, I’d recommend joining local real estate meetups or REIA groups in the areas you’re targeting.

We source off-market deals, manage rehabs, and handle property management so investors don’t have to be local to make it work.If you’re thinking about BRRRR remotely, the key is getting your team dialed in before you buy.

You will want to have properties under contract before bringing a contractor out to walk the place with you.If I were in your shoes I'd have a 30 minute call/zoom/coffee with a couple of local GC's now and come prepared to explain to them exactly what you are looking to do.For example when I first got started I was targeting single level, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,800 square foot homes, with 2 car garages, that were sitting on 7,500 square foot lots, and that were built of block in the 1950s/1960s.

Stick to areas with better soil conditions like Frisco, McKinney, and Rockwall, and network with local investors to learn from their experiences.

Local RE networking events could be a great place to meet other investors or operators.