This is the place to make and grow business relationships.  

The only other way to gain trust is to have a longterm relationship with someone.For the record, I am making all these comments from the perspective of an investor who currently owns a stake in a fund.

It depends on the type of property you are buying and the loan size.If it is a smaller type loan then usually local banks will want the business where the property sits as they have a local presence and understand the area.Also your local bank in California might be interest in funding it as they already have an established relationship with you and deposits etc. whereas a bank might just be looking at the property itself and not the borrower relationship to do the loan. 

As far as banks/credit unions vs. mortgage brokers, the rates should be comparable but you likely have a relationship with a local lender which should help your case.

If you want to build relationships and do business with people over and over in this business, then full disclosure up front is a requirement, not an option.

Also, many questions regarding LLC/Taxes/growth/mistakes/location, location, location, etc.Look forward to the adventure, relationships and experiences ahead!

I hope he is your ex pm and you have advised him as a client of his he has a fiduciary relationship and his word and acts might have some consequences when you contact the Alaska department of real estate, if property managers are required to be licensed in Alaska.

@Lance Korsun As flipping is your vehicle, the biggest components that require a plan are Marketing/Networking, Financing, and Contractors.Actively networking will generate opportunities to find deals and build relationships in the industry. 

They again may use a broker, but it's their responsibility to pay that broker and/or maintain that relationship, so it's ALSO worth a shot. 

What % would you go for at his end to make a win/win and long term relationship?