Jonathan - I've had some success with business lines of credit with smaller credit unions in my region (Sun Federal Credit Union), as well as some larger banks, including Wells Fargo and PNC.

As an investor focused mortgage agent i'd like to provide some insight that may help you decide which market to invest in.

On a long-listed property not only can this work but the agent/broker may agree to contribute (or discount) some commission to make it work.

With a HH, you learn how to analyze properties & markets, how to find an investor-friendly agent, how to spot value-add opportunities at properties, how to engage in a strong due diligence process, how to screen tenants, how to create a strong lease, how to manage the property, how to build a network of contractors, plumbers, electricians and other pros, how to manage the book keeping of the property, etc., etc., etc.

Their job is to ensure that the paperwork and inspections etc are completed in accordance to Federal, State, County, Realtor Board and Broker laws, regulations and rules ..

Purchasing a home in Arizona, no realestate agent used, since it was a new built.what should I be on the look out for, any Arizona Title company highly recommended, and escrow companies if the seller does not choose one?

In addition, I’m wishing to connect & build relationships with local investor friendly agents in these areas who invest themselves, help clients with investing opportunities & are tapped into off-market listings.

These rules, which include a requirement that sellers set aside a portion of the purchase price for buyer-agent commissions, prohibitions on modifying the commission, and permission to filter listings by commission, all enable NAR, its co-defendants, and its members to maintain buyer-agent commissions at supra-competitive levels unrelated to brokers’ experience or the services provided, steer home buyers away from lower commission homes, and drive out discounters—among other harms."

I have been kicking around the idea of getting my license in New York even though I am not actively looking at real estate in NY or do I really intend to get a job as an agent. 

Real estate agents will love you.