A side note is if in person events interest you - the BiggerPockets conference this year, BPCon 2024, is October 6-8th and is a HUGE opportunity to meet folks, Cody Sanchez the keynote speaker is speaking on buying businesses and "boring" investments like storage units, laundromats, etc and it might be a great place for you to find some likeminded folks https://biggerpockets.getregistered.net/conference-2024/agen...Thirdly, if you're specifically looking for a mentorship program have you checked out some of the reviews and questions on the Guru, Book, and Course Review forum?

If your PM can't do it for a cheap service visit then find a new PM.

If she is transitioning to a house, she'll need to either do the month to month route or take the leap of faith that she'll find something when she needs to since houses don't typically come up for rent until they're vacant and ready to be leased. 

I've often heard that a newbie like myself needs to find ways to add value to a real estate investor from whom I am trying to glean knowledge.

This is great, good to find a cash flowing deal these days!

However, if you want to go after the balance and you have an eviction judgement from the court, you can higher an attorney to find legal means of collections, such as garnishment.

That may be why you can't find one concrete answer.

How do I find off market deals and wholesalers that can find me suitable properties in need of renovations to purchase?

Here are a few questions to get the conversation started:For Buyers:What strategies are you using to find good deals despite increasing interest rates and competitive bidding?

Save and wait unless you can find a killer seller financed deal.And by relative willing to lend  you $2000 - you will want to ensure it is a gift (a true one).There is a difference between lend and gift and it can have a meaningful impact on if those funds are valid for financing sake.