Recommendation for CPA in Houston?

Question

Hello,

Does anyone have recommendations for a CPA in Houston who is knowledgeable about the ins and outs of real estate investing?

We specifically need help deciphering the rules behind self-directed IRAs and borrowing from a 401k.

Thanks for the help.

Michelle

Belinda Lopez · Answer

Michael Plaks

you can google his name for his website since BP won't let us post links here.

Michelle Loftis · Answer

Thank you for the advice, everyone.  Lots to check into!

Steven Hamilton II · Answer

Do not feel like you need to use someone local. Many of us accountants have clients worldwide. Payroll, bookkeeping, etc can mostly be done remotely.

Here is a great list of questions to ask a potential accountant:http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/70447-questions-to-ask-a-cpa

Also check out the www.NAEA.org page in your search. It should help you find someone local. If someone comes to me, I'll send them your way.

If you need help in your search or want to verify something don't hesitate to ask.

I have clients worldwide and things are just as easy as I e-mail them, talking on the phone. I even use Skype and TeamViewer to communicate with clients so I'd highly recommend looking for one of the best with great references that interviews well with you. So look for someone you can connect with that works out for your situation.

Renee Stewart · Answer

@Michelle Loftis,

QuestIRA is a great resource for deciphering Self-direct IRA's and 401K activity.  They have free webinar's and classes at their office all the time.  Check out their website:  www.questira.com.

Sharon Tzib · Answer

@Belinda Lopez do you have contact info?

Belinda Lopez · Answer

Michael Plaks!  He's the go to guy for investors in the Houston area.

Dmitriy Fomichenko · Answer

@Michelle Loftis

I don't know of anyone in Houston, but do have couple companies that I constantly refer my clients to for questions like that.  And they are capable of helping clients anywhere in the US.  Unless you have to have someone local, I would be glad to make a recommendation for you.