Want to feel more prepared the next time I step into a dangerous place like the one I saw today. 

Some preparer are afraid to share any information due to the fear you will take the information provided and self prepare and subsequently not get paid.

I did re-create the provided pro formas and did some stress testing of their assumptions.

It is a good way to test the trainer to see if they seem to know what they are talking about.

That was something I wasnt prepared for when i first got started. 

Now I'm looking to take the test again and I'm looking at the license ID that has an expiration date of 8/1/2022 and my question is do i need to take the 40-hour classes or can I retake the test.

If you are reporting it on a schedule E (you are not taxed as a corporation or as a partnership in non-community property states) then no, there is nowhere on your tax return that shows your cost basis and your tax preparer likely doesn't know. 

Here you can test the waters with 3.%-5% down, have your own place, and then see if you want to continue investing (chances are you will:))

I haven't actually used property management in Houston, but if I ever do I was thinking of testing out Emerson Property Management (@Cameron Tope commented above) as it seems like they have good reviews and good pricing.

Be prepared to followup numerous times.Highly likely the owner will treat your letter like junk mail.