Best way to find one like that is network with other agents and discuss the environment of the brokerage they work in.

I can model a deal no problem and tell when the numbers make sense, but I need some suggestions as to how people navigate financing in low cap rate environments where even crappy MF properties are going to run at least 350-400K per unit.

Many, many companies disappeared when FNMA made the borrowing environment difficult for investors.  

Meetups are a great way to neet others in the community here and get a real feel for the investing environment

It's hot garbage otherwise.Let's stick to today's world, rates, environment and everything in between.

., etc. piped over a zoom meeting.As for WFH effect on the Bay Area, keep in mind that when people work from home, their direct environment becomes MORE, not less important.

Generally the new borrower needs to qualify with the lender, and in this low interest rate environment, it's rarely beneficial. 

I have to thank @Michael Facchini for getting the loan to close and showing what a stand up job he and his team can do in a chaotic environment.

. $700k will not buy you much income in this environment and as you mentioned rentals are a slow process to scale even with leverage.

That would typically suggest an inflationary environment where values (and rents) are also rising quickly.