Work with an experienced tax planner/strategist specializing in real estate and not merely a general tax preparer.

It may be worth consulting with a real estate advisor or financial planner to help you determine the best approach for your situation.

He was able to correct them bit we are a bit hesitant and we’re trying to find a better CPA that can be our tax planner/strategist.

I don't really know what I need.  I think I am looking for someone to do taxes and give tax advice but I am 52 with a great job and would like some advice for investing / retirement planning.  Right now with it being ...

As a Certified Financial Planner specializing in real estate investments, I'm excited to offer some insights into your retirement planning question.

I guess even though the numbers dont make sense I want to give my kids a place to live when I am gone and a rental a piece as they get nothing until there 30 from my parents trust if, I am gone It might mean putting my private residence up for grabs to get deal done or just invest somewhere else and she told me to write a business plan as to what I want to do she said she will get a financial planner and go over my business plan. 

Call into the offices of city planners or regulators to get their advice and make sure they know you're trying to do things above board.

He really needs to clarify goals, get with a good tax planner etc. 

@Noa Zell Agreed with @Jon Schwartz on first identifying the allowed uses in the MR1 zone and then reach out to the Planner to discuss the options for permitting those uses and the timing.

@Lisa GoodingI recommend finding a tax strategist that specializes in real estate taxation and is also a fee-only financial planner.