First, learn the process which could be explained in these simple steps:Step 1: Market to motivated sellers Step 2: Sign purchase contract with the seller Step 3: Find cash buyerStep 4: Sign contract with cash buyer for a higher price and collect 2k deposit Step5: Close Transaction via Assignment or Double Closing and Collect your checkSecond, learn has much as possible about the 5 skills needed to be a Pro at wholesaling.

I don’t want to waste much time in the smaller scale family homes/rentals if the skills don’t necessarily transfer & I’d have to essentially start over from scratch.

@Ray HollinsGlad that you are settling down in Utah and getting back into real estate game.  RE

Avoiding pitfalls: Find a niche that you suites both your skill set and your mindset.With our strong diy renovation skills, we look for value add properties that have been decently maintained but need updating, and where we can still get a good deal.

This is where my wife’s skill set has really shown itself.  

As with 90% of things in real estate, it depends.In order to partner, you have to have skills and/or knowledge to bring to the table that complement the other person's.

Use those research skills to tackle the municipality web sites and consider paying for a list to help you narrow your search.

I realized that I need to get a skill in marketing.

You can always do some easy calculations in excel if you prefer that.If you have the skills or willingness to learn you could buy something that needs a little work which will give you some sweat equity. 

Wanted to see if anyone on here has used any General contractors that could recommend or any skilled trades that they have had a good experience with?