The easiest way to find and connect with wholesalers is either bigger pockets or by googling "sell my house fast in (town name)" although that may cost them a click for google ads.

Using a HELOC to fund your first rental can be a great strategy, especially if you want to preserve your cash for other expenses or unexpected costs.

The best place to start is with a spreadsheet that has every every cost itemized. 

  :)   There's so many Gurus pitching this and that without mentioning the risks to them and to the buyers.So glad to hear re your business model being fair to the buyer.   

You can request a hardcopy by calling (800) 226-9101 or (850) 488-1122.Include all allegations and supporting evidence, such as photos and timelines.Mail the form to:Department of Business and Professional RegulationDivision of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes2601 Blair Stone RoadTallahassee, Florida 32399You can also fax the form to (850) 488-7149.What happens next?

Most sellers are going to want 20-25% down as it’s going to cost them 10% to sell.

The other is a smaller operation which does a lot of business in the specific neighborhood the house is in.

We have 2 San Antonio sub2 deals that are turn key homes and only require about $20-25k to close (assignment fee + closing costs).They're a great option!

But, these broad market studies are so large, they are almost meaningless, in the real world.Between glut of new supply in many "hot" markets coming online, a continually softening economic outlook, inflation over last couple years making day to day items feel cost prohibitive, many average renters are strapped and seeking lower cost housing.  

There are also a large number of accountants we work with who say that as long as it is done at arms length as a business like transaction then they are fine with it.