I am a new investor so trying to educate myself about the various, creative financing options.

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Do you provide move in and move out reports How many pictures do you take of the property prior to tenant moves in and after the tenant moves outDo you get weekly reports when the property is vacant what prospective tenants are saying about your homeDo you provide monthly newsletters to your tenantsDo you hold investor education classes to help me become a better investorDo you have single point portfolio based management services?

I was talking to my brother on the phone and would like to get others educated opinions on the matter.

It's a free education. 

While sophistication of your equity partners (private money lenders) will vary between residential and commercial, the principle of raising private capital is the same.You need to develop your own system which allows a constant stream of PML even when you don't need the funds and/or don't have an active deal under contract.For example; I raise private capital by offering free educational workshops for people with self-directed IRAs.

I console myself with the fact that compared to higher education that is relatively cheap tuition. 

And, even if he has real estate clients, doing a tax return doesn't really educate one.

Did you attend educational courses to enhance your real estate knowledge?

@Adam M.The cost for a real estate tax accountant will vary based on location, experience, education and other factors, just like any other professional.