I'm interested in the outcome.From my understanding, only Licensed Contractors can slap a Mechanic's Lien on your property.If they are licensed and fail to show that they performed work for you without your permission, and are still able to slap a Mechanic's Lien on your property, this would certainly be unjust.It seems like an easy win if you take them to court since they could have possibly have a signed invoice from you.Did the PMC have power to sign Contracts for Work related to your property without permission?

Understanding the mechanics is essential for knowing when and how to scale. 

Verifying last 2 years of rental history and income extremely important to find the “best of the worst”.Make sure you understand the Class of properties you are looking at and the corresponding results to expect.Once you figure out what Class you want to invest in, then you should target a city.Check out some of the great things happening in Detroit in 2024https://michiganchronicle.com/2024/01/03/major-developments-that-will-define-detroit-in-2024/

I understand that many agents think wholesaling fees are too high. however, I disagree.

It's a great way to get started IMO.But understand, at least in the market I operate in, there is no such thing as being "section 8 approved" before you have a tenant.You need to find a tenant, sign a lease, and only THEN schedule a S8 inspection.

I understand it is going to be a higher stress situation as the thought of losing your home can be overwhelming but I could see myself taking an opportunity of someone buying my house over losing it to the bank. 

I think I’ve watched enough podcast on real estate videos to have a good understanding of what I’m doing.

I benefit from their ignorance (my rents will increase ~$50k this year), but would prefer that they had a better understanding of consequences.  

Might be worthwhile to understand what you'll be asking of a PM (which you already seem to have a handle on) before you hire them. 

Before trying to wholesale you have to understand what makes a property a good deal for an investor.