Having this will provide focus and intentionality in your actions.

There is no magic bullet, just action.

(Some have argued that the actions of the Obama administration were illegal taking.)The main problem with having it controlled by the government is that it has been, and will continue to be used for political purposes, right or left, depending on the administration.I'd rather see it outside government control.

This action reflects an alarmingly popular sentiment that rental housing belongs to the state, not its owners.

This also may be a good way to get an in working for someone with more experience since being a new wholesaler who doesn't even know where to start makes it very hard to start.Also, don't start telling people you are a wholesaler before you have marketing going out, a small buyer's list, and at least one property locked up because everyone wants to be a wholesaler, but it's not actionable until you are in the game.

And, they generally bring forth action when a neighbor files a complaint and the fines/remedies can be painful. 

If you haven't had it listed on the MLS that could be a big reason you haven't seen much action. 

They almost always refuse to accept any offer form other than the Association of Realtor forms.I once had to scramble to find an agent to represent me on a time sensitive deal, but the agent demanded to view the property herself first before writing my offer.

You like the action of getting out so I see that is no good reason to buy.Cool yer jets my man.

You may want to see if the actions you do as a wholesaler allow you to claim real estate professional status.If you can, you can potentiall offset the wholesale income with the rental losses.Discuss the above with your CPA.