. - I'm a player in both of those markets.

This is the pond that the players fish in. 

It’s part of a broader trend where established players in the real estate industry team up with lawmakers to pass legislation that effectively locks out newer competition.

You’re on the right path, and if you stay consistent, you’ll be dangerous in the best way.Keep flipping—and keep thinking like a chess player.

It is in times like these that the new type investor will have the most difficulty being able to close a good deal, as they will be lacking the knowledge, experience, and network that established players in the market possess.  

I also haven't read this entire thread, just the most recent, so I can't agree or disagree, all I have done is to express concerns due to the abuse of some gurus and novice players. 

There are numerous legal pitfalls out there, especially considering the influence of established players who have teamed up with lawmakers to push through laws that make wholesaling in Pennsylvania and several other states legally risky.

This includes a trusted realtor, contractor, lender, and property manager—these are the key players who will help make sure everything runs smoothly, even from afar.

Wholesaling isn’t inherently unethical, but some state legislatures have passed laws limiting the practice—often with the support of larger, established real estate players who want to reduce competition.9.

The free market allows for experimentation and innovation, and while it’s true that some players might fall short of professional standards, that’s not an indictment of the business model as a whole.