Seems so much harder to actually execute.

However, I would encourage you to Network work local real estate clubs in the PA/NJ area to help identify your target market and ideal investment for your first property.

I  Income:  The amount of property you can buy will be dependent on your Debt to Income ratio.  

A lot of training actually.

Every passing year, this practice will get harder and harder, on average, across the country. - In the event that you do get a deal, that you do not violate the intent or letter of an increasing number of anti-wholesaling laws, and that you actually receive an assignment fee, you will walk away thinking that your role is over.

@Matthew Samson, The conversion into a rental and then 1031 can actually be used with the primary residence exemption as long as you watch your dates.Your parents move out for a year and convert the property to investment. 

I’ve bought multiple properties using RTR and have never felt predatory.

When we were getting our own kitchen remodeled in our house a few months ago, we asked the contractor if he would be able to possibly fix that cupboard door at our rental property.

Same things as knowing comps for the 30 properties that you narrowed down to from the 70% rule..

If they actually use a reputable title company I'd do it but if not, I won't trust them.