For that purpose, you need a local attorney well versed in such rules and regulations.

(I'm aware there may be SEC regulations in regards to this, just wondering if someone has done it)Or is there a marketplace where buyers can go online for a strictly wholesaler marketplace of deals?

This requires them to follow securities regulations.

These terms also have or form legal definitions anchored in rules, regulations and laws.

I live in Ohio and I am not trying to break any regulations.

I think the state will flat line for years as people and compaines are moving due to high taxes and regulations.

@Jane GeorgeJane,    While I don't have any knowledge of the regulations in Texas, I can't see how this would be a problem.

I'm no expert by any means but the first thing that jumps out at me is to check any/all regulations in the area regarding historic properties.

Too many people in this business like to play the victim -- FNMA makes it too hard to make money, FHA makes it too hard to make money, the government makes it too hard to make money, local regulation makes it too hard to make money. 

@Shamus Quirk Check your local regulations.