You also did not give them any firm instructions about how to handle this.

Barron, Adler, Clough & Oddo (based in Austin Tx) is an exceptionally skilled eminent domain firm that knows how the US gov't lies and does not play fair with the border wall.

So I guided him to an SEO firm and he said he didn't want to lock in on a 12 month contract (even though the ROI would be huge).

If you could find a duplex property (or a single family house that could be turned into a duplex--check any HOA restrictions first), or a "fixer upper" to live in, that could be a better use of the equity you have in the rental house.If you run the numbers and decide it makes sense to sell the rental house (check with your accountant, figure out closing costs to selling and buying) then you'll possibly have more money to put towards a primary residence.You may want to check the neighborhoods that fall in the school district you want to stay in and look in "under appreciated" areas...maybe not the A class neighborhoods, but ones that have potential of becoming "improved".While I understand your desire to stay in a particular school district, it's not the end of the world to consider other districts if they will allow you to build real estate/family wealth that will put your entire family tree in a better position."

Certain organizations such as the AICPA and the State board that issues the CPA license mention what a CPA can / can't do to retain his / her license.Providing a comfort letter is an 'attest service'.Furthermore, CPA firms are encouraged to have insurance, which may mention that the firm can not provide comfort letters.What the mortgage company is looking to do is potentially have another person to go after if the mortgage goes south.It is not worth it to a CPA to get a few hundred dollars but potentially get a lot more in risk exposure.

There are three local law firms that would likely be able to help you out in that arena.

There is a team of individual and corporate investors who have hired a firm to fight these efforts. 

After analyzing the local Mercer County market I've noticed there are not that many MFH that are desirable meaning cash flow can occur, but appreciation, schools and good tenants will be at risk.

After analyzing the local Mercer County market I've noticed there are not that many MFH that are desirable meaning cash flow can occur, but appreciation, schools and good tenants will be at risk.

With ADU Geeks he worked all over San Diego so I would be very surprised if he hasn't worked in La Mesa.HELOC is always the most firm route - I have recently learned of some solar companies funding home improvement loans that I am looking into myself.