There are definitely lenders out there (my company included) that will refinance with no wait period (seasoning) if rehab has been completed. 

Should I seek an agent who is available early in the morning, late at night, weekends included?

Here are several strategies and platforms that might help you in your wholesaling journey:Local Real Estate Investors Associations (REIAs): Joining a local REIA can be a great way to network with other real estate professionals, including wholesalers, rehabbers, and landlords.

It clearly depends on which market you're in and many other factors we don't need to get into.

They include:1) Being able to purchase the property at a cheaper price due to being able to pay in cash.

@Jacob Zivanovich All of my tenants including my house hack duplex tenant know I’m the landlord.

However, if your sights are set on long-term appreciation, Columbus' ongoing population growth and strong economic factors point towards potential value increases down the line.

This should include credit checks, reference checks, and employment verification.

Examples include: HVAC, the roof, etc... 

When people feel a strong attachment to their city, they are more likely to invest in its future, including purchasing homes and putting down roots.