No one can answer questions like this because the strategy depends on the investor's level of interest, financial framework, location, and many other factors.

Some companies offer discounts on certain products or bulk orders, so it really helps to look around.

This is consistent with data from sources like Zillow, Redfin, and the local Santa Barbara Association of Realtors.However, when I go to "Pick Markets" and select Santa Barbara, the median home price listed is $620,000, which doesn’t align with what I’ve observed locally.

The main issue I've come across is that everything in this price range would be cash flow negative.

But I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find a way to register for this free account.

I have seen some that add on $ per item they send to you Appreciate all of this info  

However if I get with help with that then great.

I've actually seen this happen and it's ugly).

Quote from @Chris Williams: For the people who use buyer's agents to find their cash buyers to dispo wholesale deals are there any tips that you would provide for me? 

We see fundraising wrapping up within the next 2-3 weeks.We're going to begin to put together pre-sale marketing collateral and contracts towards the end of this week.