You'll have to look at a lot of deals and build good broker relationships.

Reach out to a couple lenders and start building relationships.

We are working on locking up our deal tomorrow hopefully, figured it would be wise to figure out the best way to attract contractors w/ good skills but understanding that this isn't a one off and is rather a relationship building situation.

Build relationships with them and be careful on getting random referrals from marketers.- Should I purchase this property as an "investment property" or a "secondary property" (I do not own a home in NJ) I know what you are thinking...

Another thing to mention is - you’re building a relationship and reputation with your banking team which will definitely be advantageous in the long term!

We need to get our feet wet and are willing to work for free in return for quality experience, practical education, and valuable relationships.

A few years ago I traded homes with a gentleman named Claud and landed big equity, a new banking relationship, a remodel job and two new friendships. 

If you have an agent that you know you'd like to build a relationship with in the area you should text or email them the address and let them know you are interested. 

True private money lenders are great to work with, creating those relationships take time and a solid track record.

I'm always hesistant to damage my relationship with my PM, because being 3000 miles away, i'm really at their mercy.