Don’t let distance hold you back no matter where you go. 

These things don't matter as much as getting in the game sooner rather than later. 

CPA's are a good resource to talk these matters out with, but ultimately the realm of asset protection should be reserved for attorneys imho.

(I know it was dumb to just trust, but I guess since thats what the company does is say OH HEY TRUST ME but ultimately its on you...).I was told that i would receive the liens by the county in the mail in a matter of 2-4 weeks...

Of course, with all things, the answers to all these matters will depend on the circumstances.California tends to have more laws on the books and requirements and restrictions that it can be a good idea to form a CA LLC for out of state property so that you as a CA resident are covered, and to try to have your contracts fall under the purview of CA courts.

After that and having a good cpa- once it was submitted it's a matter of reviewing.

Property like this sf does not matter it is revenue it can generate.I think $400k is pushing it in downtown Hagerstown - just my 2 cents

What if a tax accountant has a lot of knowledge and experiences of tax laws including investment, would it matter?  

On investment homes, I have learned that it matters less about how cute they are and more about the numbers. 

It does not really matter, unless you're paying for an hourly consultation.