I am a long-term investor, but I also provide services to long-term investors, so my advice is biased toward that option.  

DSCR Loan with 20% Downpayment How did you add value to the deal?

They are considered one and the same as it pertains to culpability,responsibility, or liability.Just because I hired someone to provide a service to me is NOTconsidered the same as my relying on "professional advice" (froma certified or licensed professional) which might avoid thecauses of tort listed above.Check with your local Real Estate experienced legal advisor.

There are plenty of such service providers available, though they typically charge 10-20% of the gross rent.

I plan to utilize some cash, margin loan, 401k loan, and a HELOC as a down payment.My first house hack (now an out of state investment) has a Zestimate of $530K, and I have $266K left on the loan.

If your current CPA can't provide this type of advice, maybe try the BP pros finder tool (I will post the link below) or hopefully someone will comment here and recommend a real estate CPA that they worked with before.https://www.biggerpockets.com/business/finder/searches/ffd0c...

Sometimes the foreclosure “rescuer” charges the borrower high 'service fees' up front and then disappears with the money without providing the promised service. .Each state has it's own foreclosure rescue/avoidance/solicitation laws.

Regarding fire prevention, luckily, we're members of the local community organization that provides a Firewise assessment to members.

HELOC, portfolio loan, or a strategic asset liquidation plan.

You may want to make an introduction between your CPA to those 2 colleagues.The CPA can go over their services and pricing to your colleagues.I partner with many people on real estate deals - It never gets to a discussion on whether they do their own tax return or hire a professional.If a partner mentions he will provide capital - does he provide the capital on a timely manner.If a partner mentions he will find deals - does he find many deals and provide an analysisIf a partner mentions he will manage a property - does he manage the property well(find tenants, collect rent, communicate with contractors, etc)