I want the BP communities opinion on networking for relationships directly with wholesalers (ones that have not lost their minds on valuation/rehab costs etc).

Real estate is a relationship game.

They close faster and have local relationships so problems are solved easier. 3) Be strong with your offer.

Brought to me by @MarsayWinder after several introductory phone & Zoom conversations to build our relationship.

Stress that you hope to continue your relationship with this realtor, too.

While certainly you do not want an adversarial relationship with a tenant, if you allow them to dictate how you manage your property it may spiral to that relationship and infect your other tenants once they hear they can negotiate rent increases.

Your best option would be the regional banks, specifically if you have a banking relationship with them. 

I would suggest developing a solid relationship with an investor friendly realtor who can send pocket deals your way.

I also developed relationships with lenders during this time.After the 60 day mark, I needed to be back in New Jersey for family events, and looked at a few houses in a town that was new to me .....     

That's a hard thing to do.I don't mind networking events and there is a lot of value in them, but I'd also like to meet other local people without the pretense or expectation that those relationships be likely to develop into some sort of business arrangement.