The condition of the house and what you intend to do with it I think will dictate more your financing options, where you find the deal shouldn't matter.2)  I've found hard money lenders mostly via the networking events, that is how I found a partner with whom I'm doing my first flip with and he has introduced me to some lenders, real estate agents, etc....3) Can't speak to this as I am not on one, I'd be interested in joining one though to see what they have, my deal actually came thru a traditional listing but there are many wholesalers who'll come up with off-market deals also.Hope this helps!

Networking here on Bigger Pockets, looking to join the REIA once everything is back to normal.

I joined Bigger Pockets for Knowledge and also to meet other Real Estate investors.

Like you are trying to sell them, manipulate them to join a MLM.

I recently joined Bigger Pockets back in December and I decided that I would genuinely start trying to get my foot in the door (and push the door open, while I'm at it) in real estate investing.

Call the number, introduce yourself, and ask to be put on their distribution list for when they have properties available. 2) Join the Triangle Real Estate Investor Association.

My goal of joining BP is to better expand my network and gain knowledge from the forms.

Also, join or start a local meetup group and Facebook group for investors. 

I would like better insight in the area if anyone care to join!

You can also join your neighborhood Real Estate Investor groups or any other real estate meetups in your area that you can find and learn from the people right in your own back yard.