Do you typically just have them in the LOI or do you have your lawyer redline the legal documents?

You may also want to consult with a real estate agent, perhaps Brian Bohrer, or a lawyer to get more information and advice.

We aren't juggling it while being a doctor, lawyer, or bank officer.  

I will consult with my lawyer to see if it's all kosher given what you've brought to light. 

Not a lawyer, no legal advice given here from me but I don't think this is a legal issue, rather a company policy of your PM (you can legally go to your property or send a relative, it's just that your PM doesn't want you to).

You can also get on someplace like Crowd Street were you might see 2-3 a week that interest you.See if they have meetups in your area and go to those.See if they attend any of the regional or nationwide conferences and attend those.DO your due diligence on the principals....check criminal records, see how many full cycle deals they've done, talk to the people on their team like lenders and lawyers.   

Being a realtor can handcuff you in some ways when dealing with wholesaling / marketing and you don't need to be a realtor to do owner finance deals, just a good lawyer! 

Lawyers required for closings in NY. 

Are there new immigrants moving into the area who may need a place to stay?

Just a cash buyer, transparency, great marketing, a good lawyer/title agent and a drive to be the best?