Advice when choosing accountant

[Eric Telese]

I am looking for a new accountant to file my 2017 taxes with. I want to chose someone who is familiar with real estate and will be able to help me with any questions I will have when looking at my first real estate investment.

Does anyone have any advice on how to find & vet an accountant? Or any referral for an accountant in the Nassau County area of Long Island. Specifically the North Shore, Glen Cove area. I want to ensure  I get somebody who will have the patience to sit down with and answer any questions their client has.