Hi Mia, Great suggestions for questions to ask a potential tax professional!

I have not been able to find any in person networking events in my area doing a basic internet search.

A PMC is the ONLY one that will deal daily with your property.Here's some copy & paste advice on hwo to screen PMCs:Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Join one and start volunteering - it’s the best way to network and meet like minded people.

Keen to connect with any overseas investors. I am based in New Zealand and own 4 properties here, but keen to explore investing in the US. 

My professional background is data science / analytics, which means analyzing cash flows will probably come more naturally than building relationships, which apparently, is how one finds deals worth making.Are there meetups in these areas I should attend (digitally at first, presumably)? 

Readers should seek professional advice.

Maintain detailed records to substantiate deductions for materials, labor, and expenses, which can significantly reduce taxable income.While an S-Corp provides tax savings, it also requires payroll management and compliance with formalities, making it essential to stay organized or consult a tax professional for ongoing compliance.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Educating yourself and networking is the perfect foundation for real estate success.What areas of real estate are you most interested in?

I'm doing this exact thing right now- I've been pleasantly surprised by how many people in my network have resources, cash and interest in something like this.