While there are some who commute to Lexington from those towns you mentioned, the numbers are relatively small, with most coming from Richmond.

Maybe they are grinding up garlic or onions or who knows what.

If you haven't connected with local people in your market there are several methods here.  

Your deal analysis/price, your marketing, or your buyer pool are likely culprits. 

My wife (who's from CR) and I are early in the process. 

:D  Yeah, nothing is absolute and you honestly need a couple crazies so you can respond calmly to show you are not the one who lost it.

I think some min level of regulation benefits everyone, including wholesalers who currently operate in no man's land. 

As a resident (who travels a lot) I would say the Midwest does not have the attractions like palm trees & beaches (the great lakes are cold) or amazing mountain ranges, which often come with some disadvantages like high cost of living or hut/humid weather, stroms etc. 

I spoke with the title company who is still helping us wrap up the set-up of a servicing company, and she confirmed that they would be responsible for the principal / interest for Nov and Dec, while we are responsible for the escrow shortage balance (as agreed upon).Not sure how it was missed - not my favorite title company to work with.

Sounds like you are off to a great start!