In my experience as a CPA I find that the tax prep firms have bookkeepers but their primary service is tax preparation.

Evaluate Your Goals, Conduct Market Research, Diversify Your Investments, Financial Preparation, Network and Build Relationships, Risk Management and Seek Professional Guidance I hope it helps. 

I'm in contract on a $400K house upstate NY - was prepared to spend $50K on cosmetic changes (painting,  new floors, new kitchen, new bathrooms etc) but after getting the inspection report today here's all the issues I'm dealing with and it's not pretty (see below) How should I move forward?

Hi,I am a 21 year old college student in Ohio preparing for graduation in the coming year.

I've been absorbing everything I can from posts, podcasts, and books to prepare me for the plunge.

I’ve been reading a lot about business books, negotiation books and I seemed to had an analysis paralysis because I felt very stuck even though I am learning and preparing.

I hope you verified their license and insurance, added yourself as "additional insured" on their policy, checked zoning, and are prepared for additional wear-and-tear.I personally don't allow it anymore because it always turned out bad.

@Jess Wagner fantastic, many agents "jump" before being properly prepared:)You might want to start posting some examples of what you do, or your office, to attract investors.

Where/how are you preparing for / learning about these changes?

I signed up as a pro member a year ago, but just now making a new member introduction.My main reason that I am finally making an introductory post is that I am signed up for the May Rookie Boot Camp and assigned myself preparation homework to do some networking on the BP forum and to make an occasional post.My goal is to find my first cash flowing real estate deal in 2024, so this introduction is my first earnest effort to get out of my comfort zone and start connecting and learning from the voices of experience.Sincerely,Joe