To find the local wholesalers, I suggest doing some research into what local Real Estate Investment Associations (usually via Meetup.com) are available and actively meeting.

I bit usual layout as its set back from the street with its own access lane and backs to a large apartment building and has taller wood fencing, but the owner has lived there for 12 years and is 73 now and tired of playing landlord with his neighbors/tenants - he has the usual tenant adventures going on right now, such as an eviction and probably isn't a thorough tenant screener. 

But on average, unless you are dealing with a warzone property or really terrible people, I think if you are honest with folks, tell them what your new plan is, and wish them well, you'll usually get things back OK.

They usually have a spot where you choose between "specific performance" or "liquidated damages" in case the seller doesn't come through. 

Don't try to do it without someone who knows how to protect the interests of all involved, usually an attorney. 

Typically, and usually, the seller pays both the buyer agent and the listing agent.

Quick forewarning - the Denver Metro MLS, Colorado Springs MLS, and Pueblo MLS are all in different systems and Realtors usually don't not have access to each.

First time doing it this way ( I usually buy using conventional loans but this is through a wholesaler and have to pay cash).

They usually are ok with it because they don't have access to my resources.

You can search/join a local rei group and usually there are wholesalers that attend.