My goals aren't fully defined yet (working on that soon) but in the short term I hope to bring in enough passive income in the next 3-4 years that we can supplement my wife's salary giving her more freedom and flexibility as we look to start a family. 

And if you are qualified as a GC then providing a real repair estimate would be a source of credibility that so many other wholesalers just don't have so I'd definately view that as a positive.

Regarding AZ Family Management Companies, define expensive?

Some places I've researched include:Statesboro Winston SalemTulsaGrand RapidsPortland SparksBuilding a team-I understand that this is one of the MOST important components of any successful investment venture.I would genuinely appreciate any advice, critique, or words of wisdom.THANKYOU! 

@Lance Marshall,There are two components to Checkbook IRA:1.

Maybe a residential loan with a renovation component piece?

I would keep it at 10% ($528.60) until you have the property inspected to determine the current condition and life expectancy of all major components and appliances.  

Getting a license is not a necessary component of doing wholesaling.

I like CapEx at 10% until I have the property inspected to determine the current condition and life expectancy of all major components and appliances.  

In other words, there are members and components of the business's entity that create an automated sales process or funnel that buys and sells Real Estate on an ongoing basis.