I would suggest working with reputable buyers until you have the money/confidence to defend yourself as needed.

There is quite a big difference.Go interview with a quality brokerage with a good reputation and great training. 

Keyt Law does good work and is very reputable in AZ.If you have any questions, feel free to PM me.

The biggest hurdle was the bad reputation that the property owners had.

Do any of you guys see a role for any local real estate groups/gatherings of investors or do you think its best to stay with national web based platforms?

Managing properties is such a spider web of liability and lawsuit world unfortunately I think most would not allow.

So I was browsing the web today and found what seems to be an unrealistically good deal:A New Development (supposed to be done in 2020)30+ units (mix of studio, 1/1, and 2/2)Renting between $975 - $1200 per month (about $34,000 per month for all units)The list price is around $900,000Certainly I must be missing something?

This will hurt your reputation in the long run.

Linden...probably not an option to make a reputable referral...but PM's are pretty selective in general...we keep a database of PM Companies...my support staff keeps tabs and interviews them fairly routinely...glad to share a few, just shoot me a private message if you're interested.Best of luck. 

If your agent is not licensed with them you may be able to find local agents on their web site.