You can search for local REIAs in your area here or on Facebook.I wish you all the best.

Local bank, in house loan.

HiMy name is Nathan Lieber, I am new to real estate investments in Memphis.I am interested in buy and hold or fix & flip deals of SFH up to $100K.I would be happy to get some tips and start building some connections and local team.Thank you for your helpNathan Lieber

Check local Facebook Host groups or check with a real estate agent.My 2 cents,Mike

There are some great local meetups in both Raleigh and Durham each month where you can meet some great like minded folks

If you provide a scope of what you are demo-ing, you may have better luck with someone's experience to comment here, but costs can vary regionally, so a local contractor would give you the best actual estimate. 

I live in NYC, I'd like to connect and meet with people locally, partners to work with and groups to join.

I am a local broker, investor and contractor in Memphis.

One way would be to reach out to your local real estate investment club or check with other investors in your area for recommendations.

Funding came from a small local bank here in Memphis, Tn How did you add value to the deal?