And keep in mind private sellers and wholesalers dont help either when they wont entertain offers below ask either.

Yes it is new legislation that passed.  

With it being a difficult property for an investor to find traditional financing for, how would I go about assigning a realistic valuation for the property if we were to entertain a sale?

I typically prefer to find and vet the deal and pass it off to local.  

Hard pass, no thanks.

I can get you a free guest pass for your first meeting if you like. 

While the offer sounds tempting, I want to ensure I capitalize on these contracts fairly and effectively.Here are my main questions:Should I entertain the idea of terminating my current contracts, or is it better to stick to my original wholesale plan?

Examples could include:Partnering with other investors to share risk.Using seller financing or lease options.Leveraging creative rehab techniques to save on costs.Negotiating with contractors in a unique way to reduce expenses.I’d love to hear any stories, tips, or approaches that helped you pull off a deal others might have instantly passed on.

A lot of people cut corners out of cheapness, but most of the costs can be passed on to the borrower, and if you do it right, your new loan will be more valuable should you decide to sell it.

The California government will deal with the damage the same way all governments do , they will find a way to raise taxes or get the Feds to pay for it ( that will be difficult with the new administration ) Here is what I find ironic , California has C.A.R.B. to pass regulations on vehicle emissions .