I’m just taking it one step at a time, learning as I go, and trying to set things up the right way from the start.

@Jacob HavlovickBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.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.

You can set up a Wyoming LLC yourself.

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Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.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.

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Each deal comes with a different set of surprises even for the most experienced operators.Take your time and don't rush it. 

The goal is to build confidence, learn, and set a solid foundation for scaling later.

With your budget, depending on where you are working, I'd consider Silver Spring or Hyattsville