Have you attended BPCON before?

Was big time local news etc.

I'm a local realtor that specializes in STR's in Flathead Valley area and would be happy to assist you.  

Take a look at BP's blog where new articles are published every day: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog4.Check out the BP Podcasts: https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcast5.If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking6.

Meet ups are a great way to connect with local investors.

Here's a snippet from our starter course on becoming a Local Real Estate Developer and it will help you understand where the value comes into a development project to see how to weight the equity and deal terms based on the experience of the partners in the deal. 

Dear members of the community,I am reaching out seeking advice from local agents in the LA area (or in general) regarding a real estate venture I am currently negotiating.

Others will use the local gas station bathroom and shower at the gym.

You can also pop in to one of our local REIA groups to network with other investors.

Some salesmanship  / entrepreneurship classes at your local community college may prove helpful.My $0.02 ...