However, given my budget, I’m worried about cash flow, although I do see this first investment as the start of what I hope to be a snowball.

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 should also 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.

@Rosmery Then PM me if you still need a few contractor recommendations. 

Because we are dependant, for the most part, on word of mouth recommendations it is vital that our recommendations are valid. 

I just sent you a PM with a good recommendation! 

I do see how the knowledge could likely save me the equivalent in mistakes but none of us have a crystal ball.

Any recommendations would be appreciated!

Any recommendations, pls send in my way. 

Would appreciate if you could recommend any good lenders that you have worked with in the past.

I recommend you figure out what you want to do, then actually do it to see if you enjoy it, have some skills, etc.