You can also search Google and read reviews.

You have the mortgage, taxes, insurance, maintenance, capital expenditures (roof, flooring, etc.), and also need to consider the cost of vacancies or bad tenants.I also recommend you charge market rate, for yourself and the tenant.

I will definitely look into the books you recommended.

Hey @Joy Daniels, I read everything I can all the time.I read a few blogs that go over products and some design.

Ok, so I read and loved Avery Carls “Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth”.

It sounds like you are just getting started."

Also, why do you think so many people are advised to get an LLC when starting in RE investing? 

All recommendations are extremely appreciated. 

It all depends on the walls you are hitting.

A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.