Also, tell them you're a landlord with multiple properties and you're looking for a place to supply all of your appliances and build a relationship. 

there fore there is a principal/agent relationship formed. 

@Zachary GwinIt is doubtful - none of the national banks would allow this activity, but you may be able to sell this to a local bank, if you have an established relationship.

I recommend finding one specializing in the area and type of property(ies) that you're interested in and form a relationship with him/her. 

Hello,I am currently looking to build relationships in Maryland with fellow investors, and cash buyers.

I am looking for other investors in the area to share ideas and to develop professional relationships with, as I transition back into and expand my expertise areas in real estate investing as a full time activity.Thank you for having me here on the site and may everyone prosper and be well.

However, most agents want an exclusive relationship to prevent problems with overlapping another agent's work.  

I personally think that the first paragraph is good advice, but the second paragraph is bad advice.As bankers, we want relationships not transactions.

Competition are all located on opposite corners of the town and the owner claims there is a good relationship between all of them.Asking price is $210,000.... $18/sqft, so am I missing something or is the deal of a lifetime?  

Form a LLCStart a relationship with a portfolio lender in the area.