Quote from @Max Emory: Hey @Heidi Kenefick, for your master accounting software I recommend QuickBooks Online.

I won't just write them all here but I highly recommend contacting a qualified 1031 intermediary to walk you through the process.

I’d love to connect with local real estate agents, lenders, and contractors who can help me navigate this journey.I’m continuing to educate myself on finding, analyzing, and financing deals, and I’m excited to hear any advice or recommendations the community has to offer.Thank you for reading, and I look forward to connecting with many of you!

I’d greatly appreciate any advice, tips, or insights you could share—especially if you’ve done something similar.

I have purchased the following books:ABCs of Buying Rental Property The ABCs of Property Management The ABCs of Real Estate Investing The Advanced Guide to Real Estate InvestingThe Book on Investing in Real Estate with No (and Low) Money DownWhat order do you recommend reading them in?

If you need current income, I'd recommend another fix/flip.

Long story short my credit score increase 5 points after being with them for 6 months, I took 'FREE' advice from another recommended credit repair company and my credit score finally began to increase 

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

For example, I work closely with a PM down here in Charlotte so I know what they're going to be recommending for updates/work to be done prior to getting a tenant in place.

I would highly recommend looking into syndications!