However, in my experience the good wholesalers understand comps and construction costs, are transparent, have good referrals, and can actually get you in the property. 

From my understanding, it might be more advantageous to refinance as a rental property at a lower LTV with income from two units, rather than as owner-occupied at a higher LTV with only one rental income considered.

It is there to share the timeline, as I best understand it.Received an update 2/17/23.  

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

$15k is a goal, and I do understand that it's a big one, at least if we are dealing w/ SFH's.

You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on, and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.

I understand from a point I suppose.

In the last 2 months I was receiving a lot of deals in my email account and I received a "great deal" from a small wholesaler; 2 hours later the same property address showed up in an email from one of the "big wholesale companies" 10k dollars more expensive... the property was gone even before I could call the small wholesaler.I believe both are useful and all of us need to make a living, so I understand their role in this business.

Not questioning your judgement/assessment, just trying to understand the situation to best advise you. 

It's a great way to talk through your plans and goals for real estate with people that actually understand!