However are you not already probably extracting the maximum you can of the As-Is value or purchase in order to make the purchase?

You need a STRONG message that is meaningful to your prospective sellers- delivered consistently, through multiple marketing vehicles, frequently and consistently.

The fact that there is a wholesaler involved does not change my calculations.I don't care whether a wholesaler is able to extract a fee from my transaction: Either it's a good deal for me or it's not!

My observations:- Limited available land in desirable areas- High cost of construction for any type of structure- Developers are only making money on rehabs and luxury units, so are ignoring starter homes- Many people do not want small/starter homes- Very restrictive zoning in many communitiesSome communities (San Fran, Seattle, etc) have a crisis, and they won't solve the crisis until they ease up on zoning and also work on public transportation in a meaningful way. 

They do not provide meaningful oversight or guidance with respect to tax code compliance.A checkbook IRA LLC is an enhancement on the above structure that is generally more time and cost efficient for investors with a more diverse portfolio.

@Erin BonsellIt's very hard for folks to give any meaningful advice without knowing all the facts.

In my opinion the path to make money takes you down a road where you have to be a bad landlord, extract value from a community, etc. 

I have a 15 year mortgage ( faster equity) and most likely able to bump up rent in near future to start getting some meaningful cash flow.

Unless you have very deep pockets, or have real meaningful construction experience, I would stay away from trying to do major rehab on your first property. 

Then call your 3 favorite water extraction, carpet cleaning, handyman and roofers, and keep on their first response list.