Check with your local credit union

Check your local regulations if you plan to rent out the house. 

Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

Would you be better off just writing VRBO a check?

@Jerry Shen If you don't want to have to sell your Bitcoin, check out Salt lending.

Did you use standard offer contract for your jurisdiction? 

What you want is an agent with experience who knows how to negotiate, watch your back, navigate difficult situations, understand contracts and law, provides an objective cross-check, etc.

The successful wholesalers are the ones that are direct with the seller and have done an analysis on the deal to show it can be a successful investment (always double check with your own)totally agree, I would add the don't act sketchy and present their available homes in a consistent/professional manner to buyers. 

I'm going to be checking my BP more regularly.

A 5% of incoming rent for each category is a pretty standard amount to budget.