I observe the term “investor friendly” lender used regularly in these forums either by posters seeking financing or in the manner in which lenders market themselves.

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.

Not sure what the room rental market would be in Germantown.

Always looking to connect and learn from investors throughout the market.

The only way to do that effectively is by using data.Access to resources like property analysis tools, calculators, and market data can help you make confident decisions.

My advice, don't go for a homerun, a base hit is just fine.. buy something solid and get educated about your market.Its sounds like you are spreading yourself a little thin with all those markets to study. 

I was hoping for a place there that I can market to certain activities groups (Climbing, Skiing, Hiking), while also having a place for my family to be able to use when visiting for various events. 

I would recommend finding someone in your market who is already flipping and being a resource to them in exchange for knowledge.Wholesaling is a completely different business, with 80% of it being marketing and sales.

If you're considering looking in other markets for for your next deal, check out Columbus OH.

The U.S. market is certainly a different market from Australia but can be very lucrative even for us as foreign investors.