I am currently working for a local on your lot builder.

Join the chamber, maybe find a couple of boards to sit on, attend local sporting events and talk with people while you’re there.

I can feel that you have embraced the move and change. if you want to meet some local investors there is a meet-up next Tuesday. it's posted in the classifieds.

I have lived in Truckee for over 23 years and understand the pain you can go through dealing with a local government where the answer you received on Monday is different than the answer you receive on Tues, Wed, Thur & maybe even Friday if anyone is working.

HELOCs on investment properties can be tricky since many traditional banks don’t offer them, but some lenders, and some local credit unions might be worth checking out.

Start small with duplexes or triplexes, analyze deals carefully, and build a team of local experts.

I am a local Realtor and I work differently with my investors.

Would love to be a resource for you here locally in Jacksonville!

She doesn’t need local family to manage it. 

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.