But after 2 weeks this feels like the new normal.

Essentially, I would target my scouting more than a normal wholesaler would, as I am specifically looking in the markets my investor friends are interested in, and at the criteria they have for their investments. 

But then because of the crash,  the sheriff's office  was running way behind.  7 weeks instead of normal 2.   

You will not have any cash reserves to rehab the property, or deal with issues that crop up during the normal course of owning a rental property, which is very risky.

@Jeremy Rameyit is normally suggested to create the LLC in the state it will do business in.You should consult with an attorney to help understand how an LLC will best protect you.

Hi all,I have a first floor resident who has his TV automatically turn on at 4am to wake him up. 

If you have more time than money, then direct real estate is most likely your only choice.The downside is that if someone is brand new like you, they have a much higher than normal chance of making expensive mistakes.2) With syndication/Crowdfunding, once you identify the sponsor you do not have to do anything else. 

https://www.oregon.gov/DOR/programs/businesses/Pages/corporate-activity-tax.aspxYes, this is not out of the normal.  

Our one applicant thus far did not have good results in the background check.What’s the normal amount of interest and number of applicants for a rental?

There's a relatively untested way to absorb some but I emphasize it's untested which a long way from either approved or disallowed.The theory is that if the improvements are less than 10% of the value of the property you are buying and the improvements are things that would normally be associated with a structure (roof, A/C, flooring etc not furniture or a car in the garage).