As goes the A&D industry, so goes AV RE ...

More knowledgeable finance folks here might chime in.The Goose Creek area is a good area right now with the industries moving in there.  

Prior to this I worked in the construction industry with experience in: roofing, siding, framing, tile, wood flooring, asphalt repair, cement work, & granite counter tops.

I assume you're in the tech industry?  

Originally this condo was purchased by my husband and I as a getaway spot.

I want to wholesale a deal to get my feet wet in this industry but I was just wondering how much money I need and how much money i could possibly lose?

I'm a freelance writer, journalist and blogger covering various aspects of the commercial real estate industry, from developing, to legislation, to tips and tricks, to markets to investing and more.

There is a large brokerage firm and a few newsletters devoted to our industry that attempts to give some average purchase CAP rates.  

My goal was to focus on learning the industry first, then focus on my own investing.  

I suggest you do your homework, feel out the area as Sean suggested and when you find the sweet spot take it for all it's got.