You are correct, no HOA and my plan is for no TV, just internet, as you noted.

You are probably correct.

As such, many aren't incentivized to advise you along that path (sad but true).

I looked at one lot U could build on it but there is only a 5 foot path to haul material in.. :) and they want 300k for it.. 

Most of these links will also be low-quality, as most link builders take the path of least resistance and buy links.It's really hard to build links and no agency is going to spend the time is takes to do it right, as the return is just not there for them unless you're paying ~$1,000+ per link.

The current property would be viewed as being owned by me outright with no mortgage since there would be no lien holder on the title, correct?

Selling seems like the clearest path to maximize profit and flexibility—especially with $100k equity to work with.

Yes, wholesaling is tough to break into and to do it correctly is to have a good foundation of knowledge on the subject. 

Eichholtz’s initial research showed that real housing prices (corrected for consumer price inflation) gradually changed over time, but were fairly equal in 1973 compared to prices in 1628."

The good news is you're on the right path!