Unfortunately it will still be a problem when you have 15 properties under  your belt.

I'm a beginner cash buyer, with no deals under my belt, and looking to connect and work with established wholesalers in my area to pursue my buy and hold goals, but why would any established wholesaler want to work with a beginner who maybe a bit gun shy on their first deal?  

More importantly though, a second property under my belt with a ton of upside to BRRR when I decide it's time. 

As you get more transactions under your belt, switching to a flat fee agent may make sense.Good luck!

I am sure an investor with a few deals under his belt probably could have closed it and that is why I am asking you guys.

I am an aspiring RE investor with zero transactions under my belt.  

For example with parking lot annual snow removal can get expensive in a cold belt state.

He would be an ideal project manager while still being able to put the tool belt on.My question is, how can I go about incorporating them into my REI operation  to everyone's benefit?  

For AC, you need separate ductwork for supplies and returns between the units, separate blowers, and you also need separate cooling systems - condenser and coiling coil; you might be able to use mini-split units to achieve that.For hot water, you need the piping separate for the hot water, and then you will need multiple water heat sources with one per unit.

I have 2 flips under my belt, used my own  money and now I don't want to keep using my money.