I am searching through all the BP threads trying to find the best fit for me in terms of asset protection/law/CPA firm that specialize in real estate investment and have narrowed it down to Anderson or KKOS/Mark Kohler.

For practitioners in the real estate industry, the biggest challenge is not just the difficult work, high risks, or immense pressure, but the necessity to learn to let go of complete control over outcomes.

For several reasons (property taxes, politics), I would prefer to begin real estate investing somewhere other than locally. 

This will be helpful for hosts who have already set up their payments with Alachua County.Despite the oversupply, I still feel there are plenty of opportunities in Gainesville, both for STRs and LTRs.If you’re a current or aspiring real estate investor in Gainesville, feel free to share your thoughts, opinions, and stories.

If you ever want to connect to talk real estate let me know. 

And while nothing is foolproof the most consistent method of finding good vendors is relying on OTHER real estate investors that have worked with those vendors.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Right now real estate is a different ball game.

These investments may be better than a mutual fund, but REITs miss most of the biggest benefits of owning real estate.

@Adam M.The cost for a real estate tax accountant will vary based on location, experience, education and other factors, just like any other professional.