Quote from @Sarah Ali: The seller has a contract with the agent, which means they can't legally sell the property without compensating the agent.

Keep in mind that this is also a very tough time to be entering the market as an agent because the inventory is so low.  

I believe you are not aware that the definition of "equity skimming" has been expanded since the great Federal Reserve debacle of 2008.  

Great tenant that always pays on time - been there for 5 years Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Local real estate agent.

Can you still use it as an agent CRM?

Let's think about how real estate agents get paid:The buyer and their agent should decide how much the buyer's agent is paid, not the seller.

Solar panels may qualify for the 30% federal energy credit, and advertising expenses, like adding your company’s logo, are deductible.However, Section 280A restricts deductions for any dwelling unit used as a residence for more than 14 days annually, even if partially used for business.

Also, a good number of people see wholesaling as acting as an unlicensed agent getting net commissions (which are illegal for agents) so some see it as illegitimate entirely. 

In order to find, agents and lenders.