The property manager is the key player, followed by a good RE agent, contractor and lender.

You are now "in" with the players ...Most people give up on step 2

I've seen several big players loose it all.   

Also, the majority of major players around for 10 years plus for the most part have borrowed something. 

If you can locate and connect with the right person in that market it will be fantastic, I know because I am that guy in my market and I have clients world wide who are very happy BUT I also get new clients coming who worked with a random realtor or random PM and experienced the nightmare side of things.

Because appreciation plays are all speculative and should be left to experienced players who can afford to be wrong.Yes, you will make way more money on appreciation in the long run, but it works both ways.

needs to filter the time wasters and tire kickers from the players, and he has three employees whose job it is to do just that. 

Sometimes they will have someone locally who can come see the unit (a relative or a contact for the international student department, or a coach - professional soccer player, or relocation person for the company, etc.).  

Repeat the motions above if you get to a website that needs the flash player.  

If someone comes to me, I'll send them your way.If you need help in your search or want to verify something don't hesitate to ask.For example: I have clients worldwide and things are just as easy as I e-mail them, talking on the phone.