Its regulated for many reasons, most important of which is to make sure homeowners' always have someone looking out for their best interests when it comes to the sale of (what is usually) their most valuable asset.I do think that the law is too narrowly written (e.g., I think an unlicensed person should be able to represent themselves in a purchase/sale in the same way a homeowner can make renovations to their own home without an MHIC license), but overall I think this is good for the general public (and, yes, its good for Realtors - but as Russell points out HB301 was introduced at the request of MREC, not Maryland Realtors).To reemphasize Russell's last point: if a wholesaler believes they are operating in an ethical manner then they should get licensed and submit to the rules that MREC has put in place to protect the public from real estate scammers and incompetent licensees.

Ideally you make some money for your efforts and obtain a valuable education.  

I do believe that it is different for everyone depending on their goals, needs and the quality of the services provided.Do you have any other insights on what you do for your clients or if there is a part of your core service that you think is most valuable in your offering? 

.- Consult with a real estate attorney: While you're right that legal fees could exceed $6k, a consultation could provide valuable insights on your liability and options.- Review your insurance policies: Check if your flip insurance or any other policies might cover this type of situation.- Communicate with the county: Try to negotiate with the county officials.

Waiting does not earn money, time is a valuable commodity.

Do appraisers see houses converted to 2 units as less valuable?

I recently attended a seminar hosted by TaxLienCode and wondered whether anyone has found their course and platform (monthly subscription) valuable?

Real estate remains a viable and valuable investment.Michael Keith is a seasoned professional in real estate, leading the Michael Keith Team with a focus on delivering expert advice and insights into the real estate market. 

Looking forward to forging valuable connections and learning alongside each one of you.

I totally agree and will say that I communicate proactively with my tenants and provide examples of the increasing costs of property taxes, insurance and repair costs (labor and materials).My theme to them is “we must raise rents to keep pace with rising costs, but we are doing the minimum increase as we want to retain you our valuable tenant”..