For further learning, here are some solid bookkeeping books that can enhance your knowledge:"The Book on Managing Rental Properties" by Brandon Turner – This book covers not just the property management aspect but also has sections on bookkeeping and managing finances."

I appreciate the willingness of the group to share knowledge and am learning a lot via the postings and videos. 

I'm an investor and property manager who is extremely knowledgeable about the Garland area.

Probably but it gives you zero cushion which you'll need on a Section 8 property Thank you @Caleb Brown for taking the time to respond to my post 🙏🏼 I think it’s in my best interest to continue to save and just keep consuming more knowledge in real estate investing.

It’s probably wrong for us to laugh at people who lack some knowledge - but why would anyone invest in something they don’t even have a basic understanding of?  

Having that background knowledge from being a CPA will be a great tool as you get into real estate, as I am sure you already know!

The owner Corinne is very knowledgeable and honest.

Any advice, local knowledge, or insights would be greatly appreciated!

@Steven DeHart I'd start off listening to the podcasts and gaining as much knowledge as possible.

In my research I've found that there are a handful of developers who are spending big money to renovate and rehab the downtown area and that the Scranton School Board is under new leadership, allowing the district to finally exit from its "financial recovery" phase.