If you really need a partner, consider looking into local meetups and regional conferences to meet people. 

I am looking to househack in my local area, Beaver County PA to be specific, and I know some people who have done the "rent by the room" strategy but they invest in other parts of the U.S. and I was wondering if it is market dependent or not?

He also told me that I could use his team of plumbers, electricians, flooring guys, etc if I ever needed help with any of that.....and so I did. 

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of your screen and you can search for other MEMBERS or LOCAL MEETUPS.

Partner with local Real Estate Agents:  Partner with agents that can help market the property to their network of buyers. 

They are not familiar with local ordinances related to managing your property.2.

You'd want to connect with a local broker on that front, but a few of them have programs based on the census-tract you're either selling or buying in. 

Investigate areas with strong growth potential and rental demand, and take into account regional real estate market trends.Networking: Attend local real estate events, sign up for internet discussion groups, and establish relationships with seasoned investors.

Listen to the last 6 months of BP podcasts and find local people you can trust. 

Sometimes, other trades like plumbers remove structure in ways that are not appropriate.