Alternatively, rent regulated tenants can also file a rent reduction complaint with DHCR.

As they say the loudest boos come from the cheapest seats - I wish you spoke to the revolutionary nature of this marketplace and the breakthrough we achieved by risking a LOT of ad spend to help the industry have a better alternative.

They buy in and get part of the cash flow, you get the cash.The alternative, and the best one at this point, is to refi. 

(However, the software is geared towards smaller companies)(There are specialized softwares that larger companies use).Quickbooks can handle the accounting for a small business who does flips.In my opinion, you likely need to take a class on QuickBooks to properly and efficiently use the software.There are likely some schools nearby that will teach you quickbooks.The alternative is to out-source it to someone who is focused on the real estate accounting space.Best of luck.

I agree, that is an alternative that will yield similar results, but I see no supporting evidence that it is better and/or cheaper.  

This would offer an alternative and it can set you apart from other competing rentals.

If wholesaling were to be banned nationwide, what is your best alternative strategy or next steps to consider?

I think STR is a good alternative for a second home that you STR most of the year and use for leisure.

Yes, you're missing the underlying appreciation of the house, the value of storing money in a physical asset versus an alternative and capex costs.

Or alternatively go down to the local housing court, walk up to the counter and ask a clerk who a good real estate attorney is.