If you decide to revisit STRs, you might want to explore properties where you can project expenses independently, such as using local STR forums or online tools to estimate maintenance, management, and occupancy costs.For networking and strategy-building, you might find local meetups or groups beneficial.

I picked her exactly because she had a good social and online footprint!!

There are many resources for you to connect online and in person.

Focus on identifying promising neighborhoods in the north or east bay by leveraging your husband’s contractor network, local real estate agents, and online deal-finding platforms.

I was able to get to the folders and access the appraisal.

While I am always looking for off-market, as an agent with access to MLS, that's my primary source of looking for deals right now. 

If you're more of a 'personal referral' person than a 'do research online' person, and this is local to you in Manhattan, KS, hit up one or two of the trades people in the "little apple all stars" BNI group.

Brown: I use https://www.bestwyomingregisteredagent.com/Very simple, 100% online, they are responsive if you need help.

As a broker, I do have access to about 15 companies that do helocs on investments! 

Being local affords many conveniences based on access and your knowledge of the area.