I also actively sell real estate and focus most of my energy on investment clients of all shapes, sizes and experiences.  

Thats some focused energy.

A good wholesaler saves buyers the time and energy of find their niche deal.

He's been burned so bad and the property has been damaged that it is an energy drain.

Wind energy companyI could argue that all of these are separate companies pretty effectively.  

Partners can bring so much to the table: energy, ideas, enthusiasm, a kind word to uplift you on a tough day and like minded goals.I have formed LLCs for each entity with my partner and we draft operating agreements for each entity.  

Check out the REIN Canada forums, the majority of their threads are open access and the discussions are very helpful on getting acquainted with the Alberta Market and how the energy sector and other unique factors are currently affecting Investors.

I currently work as a HVAC designer/energy auditor for commercial, multi-residential, industrial, and institutional buildings in Canada.

I think that's part of my hesitation is this is coming from the sale of the "family farm (ranch), my dad put a lot of time energy, effort and sacrifice over the last 40 years to get where he is today and the ranch is an extension of that labor and I get worried about making a good decision as I invest that money.  

@Penny Clark  thank you so much you helped me answer so many of my questions with all your bullet points.