You may be able to deduct mortgage interest and property taxes before the property is in service. 

Considering that I keep QB's reconciled up to date, shouldn't any "accounting cleanup" be included in the $2,400 fee to file tax returns?

If you are setting aside funds for capex, taxes, insurance, or other expenses that don't occur monthly, transfer those funds to Savings each month and hold them there until it's time to spend them.

I'd have to ask my wife who handles the accounting etc about the fee question. 30 to 45min a month for 62 properties Not bad.

Could VRBO users from Michigan provide some clarity about the topic of sales tax/lodging tax collection and payment to the state.

@Armell MayersBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.

@Anita Z.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, tax planning and financial planning.

Account holders can't take any write-offs personally for investments made in the 401k.

You can have an email for each account and you should be able to set your phone up see multiple accounts at once should you get inquiries or messages.Just log into each account to make updates and price changes.

@Tyler Speelman, A 1031 exchange solves the tax issue.