They may have zero possessions left or a place to sleep. they cynical side of me says this does stop many well off people from taking the money and running.

The question is, did she relinquish possession?

Because to provide the seller with value the wholesaler MUST possess the experience and knowledge mentioned above, otherwise the wholesaler is merely tying up the sellers property under false pretenses.  

and as a lender in possession the paper was rock solid .. never had one default.. 18 months in the house is half paid.

The reason is over a course of time the vast majority will never payoff and the fund will have to foreclose and take possession which cost a boat load of money ..

You have to possess the ability and desire to navigate it.

I don't know your state but I suspect you would be breaking some law, as you are likely unable to legally market something you don't own or have use and possession rights.

What qualifications do you believe you possess that would make you a good candidate to advise others on the quality, safety and performance of potential investments?

This in turn could turn away buyers/delay possession to a buyer who wants the home delivered vacant. 

They walked away from their leases, took FEMA money to move (and maybe even replace some "damaged" possessions, and are now living in new housing on the taxpayers dime.