I am currently trying to milk two different "Fortune Telling" strategies to spot early opportunities.

In the Seattle market and surrounding areas you have to be extremely quick to take action and learn the market so well that you can spot a good deal as soon as it comes on.

I read an in-depth report by some local analyst who have been spot on about a number of real estate trends.

I'll keep my response short and sweet - I recommend you start by reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad.

Maybe I could help, maybe trade services, I.e. website/data to market for a camp ground spot :-).   

Keep It Simple and Sweet.  

So you probably have to a find their sweet spot...create a landing page and then entice the individual investor...make it appealing (high return on investment) use software to do a hypothetical scenario --- a sample package -- or list previous deals in the pipeline (if you have any).

I also agree there are many fake lenders out there and many are easy to spot based on ridiculously low rates and wanting $ upfront.  

However, areas (in red) on this map show that certain spots in the city are actually losing population.

If you're thinking about renting out when you're not around, I'd advise using a short-term rental strategy, the numbers are strong and it's a lucrative market.The attractions there range from zip-lining, white-water rafting, and wineries, there's even more to discover, which is what's driving more traffic to the area and it has truly become a great destination spot.