They often have insights and connections in the local real estate community.Join Online Forums and Communities: BiggerPockets has a community section where you can find and connect with investors in specific regions.Utilize Social Media: LinkedIn and Facebook groups focused on real estate investing can help you find and connect with local professionals and investors.Reach Out to Property Management Companies: These companies often have a good pulse on the local market and can connect you with investors and opportunities.Sample Contact List for Your Target MarketsHere are some resources and contacts for each of the markets mentioned:ChattanoogaChattanooga Real Estate Investors Association (CREIA)Local Brokers: KW Commercial, The Group Real Estate BrokerageKnoxvilleKnoxville Real Estate Investors Association (KREIA)Local Brokers: SVN | Wood Properties, Holrob Commercial RealtyMemphisMemphis Investors Group (MIG)Local Brokers: Memphis Realty Group, RE/MAX ExpertsClarksvilleClarksville REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: Clarksville Property Solutions, Keller Williams RealtyJohnson CityJohnson City Real Estate Investors MeetupLocal Brokers: Evans & Evans Real Estate, Century 21 LegacyKingsportTri-Cities REI Group (serving Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol)Local Brokers: Blue Ridge Properties, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServicesClevelandChattanooga-Cleveland REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: KW Cleveland, Crye-Leike RealtorsCookevilleUpper Cumberland REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: The Realty Firm, Highlands Elite Real EstateJacksonJackson REI NetworkLocal Brokers: Town & Country Inc., Conner Real EstateFranklinFranklin REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: The Ashton Real Estate Group, Synergy Realty NetworkNext StepsNetwork Actively: Attend meetups, join online forums, and reach out to brokers and agents.Conduct Market Research: Understand the specific dynamics of each market, including rental demand, vacancy rates, and local economic factors.Visit the Markets: If possible, visit these markets to get a firsthand feel of the neighborhoods and potential investment opportunities.By connecting with local investors, brokers, and agents, you'll gain valuable insights and find opportunities that align with your investment goals.

.- THERE ARE MANY MANY MANY REALTORS WHO LIST JUNKERS (FYI HINT: TRY SCOUTING OUT LISTING AGENTS FOR REMAX AND/OR KELLER WILLIAMS)...

It is called the One thing by Gary Keller

Allie Baccus 0638143 469-597-5865,Keller Williams RealtyShe always has these type of deals available

If so, brokerages that have worse splits, but better training like Keller Williams will work and then you will leave.

Doherty Home Team at Keller WilliamsContactReal Estate Agent Connecticut (#0814339)Hi Michael,I am currently in Cincinnati ,Oh.

Here are some steps to help you get started:Education and Learning:Read Books: Start with foundational books like "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki and "The Millionaire Real Estate Investor" by Gary Keller. 

Find them and the latest schedule on Meetup.LARGE Multi-family- Look up Brad Sumrok, Kenny Wolfe, Aaron Katz, Emily Courtright, Jorge Abreau, and Dawn Keller.

The lowest I heard is $150/transaction.Want training Keller Williams Realty has most comprehensive training but that comes from a thinner commission split and desk fee.

I bought the audio version of "the Millionaire Real Estate Investor" by Gary Keller from Audible recently.