Look at it this way you are opening a new $400k to $2.5M business location and you are going to let it open for business without coming in to go over everything. 

- Should I source a consultant or some sort of assistance to devise a business plan?

We purchased it for the purpose of rezoning to commercial and expand our existing business model (workspace rental for people in the creative field).

My wife is a super busy realtor so I took over those duties years ago..

And based on my business, and from what I am seeing with market activity, it is still very much a sellers market for those type of properties so many investors don't seem concerned about these proposed regulations.  

So long as the home you own is not your primary place of business, you can rent it out for up to 14 days and not report that income on your individual tax return.

It has turned into a business for me.

To qualify as a real estate professional for tax purposes, you don’t have to own or work for real estate businesses or have a real estate license.

I just wanted to introduce myself and brag on my town - we are experiencing a lot of growth with new developments that are geared towards bringing in Columbus folks who want to live in a more affordable area.

Additionally, networking with experienced wholesalers or joining real estate investor groups may provide valuable insights and resources for obtaining wholesale contracts tailored to your specific needs.