So we are not unicorns, we exist!

As I mentioned, advanced tax planning opportunities are going to be limited so finding a highly specialized CPA is probably unnecessary and going to reduce your pool of otherwise qualified accountants.

I'd say start the process of securing your HELOC if you havn't done so and spend time analyzing deals and determining what type of investor you are looking to be. 

It's a commercial policy so I pay a little extra but vey much worth the expense.

I bought 2 new construction in Athens last summer and rented them right away... so far so good. 

You've got to protect your interests because no one else will; at least you now realize that you made mistakes....you can learn and fix them so it won't happen repeatedly.Maybe the friend/family member will be inspired by your actions to buy their own house/rental unit. 

Quote from @Greg Scott: The video was at the tail end of a 45-minute job, so I was pretty warm by then. :) 

Hey @Victor So - We typically use MG granite who works out of the Chicago suburb Elk Groove as well.I'll share their contact info in a PM.

Quote from @Josh Jung: surprised you haven't heard of RBP. it's like a mix of services you can offer to your tenants like renters insurance, virtual concierge, etc So the property manager/landlord pays for their renters insurance, and filters?  

You are young and presumably single, so living in a master suite while renting out some other rooms is easy.