Because I'm not an accountant or versed in tax code and law wouldn't I want a CPA to ensure everything is legally tight and as advantageous as it can be? 

While BiggerPockets has very strict rules about (disguised) advertising in the forums, there's a whole classifieds section for that.Hope this helps!

What are some of the best areas or even zip codes that would be good to buy a rehab property?

However, there is no specific holding period contained in the tax code or regulations and there is no "safe harbor." 

My broker says more hikes to come.Building codes are getting much stricter and I suspect heading your way.

Also another thing I will say is appreciation & value adding is a cheat code .

or zip codes?

So, create status codes for both of these and a few in-between codes to help you work smarter, not harder.

If you’ve cracked the code on this, I want to hear it.Drop your best advice below.

I’ve been thinking about partnering with a successful wholesaler and seeing if they will expand their operation to include the zip codes I am interested in.Example:  I would like to partner and give money to a successful Detroit or Texas wholesaler and see if they are willing to add my Georgia target market to their operations.Before moving forward, I wanted to get some feedback and advice from those who are wholesalers or who have partnered with wholesalers.Has anyone ever heard or have experience in a partnership like this?