I’d love to hear your thoughts on whether this approach makes sense or if there are other strategies you’d recommend to optimize profitability.Thanks in advance for your advice! 

Would definitely recommend. 

I'd recommend a private lender since you have an LLC and good credit.

I recommend reading “Long-Distance Real Estate Investing: How to Buy, Rehab, and Manage Out-of-State Rental Properties” - I found it to be very helpful when I got started investing 2.5 years ago.

I’ve already found some potential buyers interested in the deals.However, one buyer has recommended that I terminate my contracts with the owner and instead work directly with them.

I recommend you go visit a few times to network with local investors or find an investor friendly agent so you can gain local market knowledge, find off market deals and for things such as showings, picture taking or getting accurate comps.

At best, wholesaling may require that you obtain a minimal understanding and experience in these three “foundations”.Look, I wish you luck in your endeavor, and I sincerely hope you end up in the 1% that find wholesaling  to be a profitable business.  

Here are my recommendations:1) Check with your insurance broker first. 

We have worked with them and have had great results. highly recommend

Plus the average person probably finds Akron more obtainable given funds available.