This will likely be your best chance of finding a buyer who is qualified, experienced, and has the capital to make an offer and close. 

I'm part of a mastermind that leverages technology to help new and experienced investors close more deals.

At your age and being new to the industry, keep yourself open to doing any and every task that needs help with in exchange for the opportunity to shadow more experienced agents and learn from them.

But how do experienced investors use the 1 or 2% rule to a market such as California?

I'm not experienced to know whether or not I'm being upcharged for costs. 

But then my question would be how experienced is the wholesaler you're using to source the deal?

I chose one that's in a small town that looks reputable and experienced and his price was low.

Or what people have experienced in the past when getting a construction to permanent loan on a multi rental project. 

Curious if anyone has any experiencing managing a HELOC with a business partner, and if you have any advise, warnings, etc?

@Christy Philippoff cash for keys is playing with fire unless you are very experienced.