I've seen others meet it with only 2 or 3.What matters is iron clad documentation to support the position, and an advisor that can help you navigate those waters and elections. 

What makes this so difficult for me to navigate is the need for profitability... 

Contact your lawyer or CPA to help you navigate the Code.

Your time here will be well spent.Since your focus is on wholesaling I added the below links for your review.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/10/15/bp-podcast-144-getting-out-of-your-comfort-zone-and-kicking-butt-at-real-estate-with-danny-johnson/ (wholesaling tips)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/10/09/getting-started-real-estate-wholesaler/ (BP Podcast 091 Wholesaling)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/10/31/wholesaling-podcast-mike-nelson/ (BP Podcast 042 - wholesaling)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/08/29/flipping-wholesaling-plan-sam-craven/ (BP Podcast 033 - wholesaling)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/04/wholesaling-podcast/ (Wholesaling & marketing)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/08/15/wholesaling-business-lamar-cannon/ (BP Podcast 031 - wholesaling) https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/https://www.biggerpockets.com/webinarhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

The white banner is at the footer, but I don't think this is optimal for navigation.4) There is just something missing from the site to really make me want to invest with you.

Hello there everyone, very newbie to this great web site BP and still trying to navigate to it.

The county website can be a good source of information regarding property owners - PM me for navigation advice. 

Someone who would know how to navigate all the complexities of the tax code and give an informed opinion can not be replaced by any answers you may get from well meaning but less-informed postings to an internet discussion forum.Now here is my take.  

They are playing you 100%.Learn your landlord/tenant laws like yesterday - here, I'll help you do thathttps://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/overview-landlord-tenant-laws-new-jersey.htmlOnce you know how to navigate the laws, take action immediatelyGenerally, there will be protocol on how to serve notices - follow these to the letterThen, there will be protocols on how to navigate the court process - follow these tooYou could hire a lawyer, or you could just go through it and learn how as you goIn the age of the internet, you should be able to find the information you need pretty easilyGood luck. 

He also recommends utilizing a 203K Loan Consultant for navigating a house hacking deal.