@Pete Peters this is becoming more common practice all over. 

You said you have a couple EINs, but if those companies don’t actually do a consistent and regular business most banks will shy away from lending.

That shows the power of persistence, consistency, value add and ability to execute!

I'm here to learn as much as I can, connect with like minded people, and expand my portfolio which only consists of one (1) property! 

As the fellow BP members have mentioned already, wholesaling for a broker depends on your state and if they require wholesalers to have a license to practice.

I’m hoping for a 0-4 unit A/B FHA.I have an apartment lease that ends in May and am currently relentlessly scrolling Realtor/Zillow and practicing analyzing with DealCheck.I’m realizing a deficit of on-market deals and ALSO realizing a need to pursue off-market deals via networking with clients at my job, accessing tools such as Propstream and initiating local landlords in the area.I’m curious if anyone has any insight or encouragement to share about this “stage” in the process and how you have found success and/or breakthrough.Warmly,Nic

If you see a buyer that has recent purchases or consistent buys over the years that info can help locate a suitable end-buyer to close.

Florida market so I don't know if living for free is practical given the low down payment.

I appreciate your feedback and best practices.  

So other things might make your case stronger such as your normal practice, the actual amount of crazy that you were offered, things like that.the second part of using the proceeds to buy vacant land is fine.