I personally had two encounters with Zach.

In place of a flat fee I can see the transition being something based on referral (did my buyer agent get me a trades person, lender, home inspector, etc.

I'm also starting off my own personal investment property journey with my husband. 

Conducted personal research.

I personally recommend people look into an FHA on a small multi to get started.

Other CPAs and firms have quoted me 5k-10k+ but are no where near as responsive and personable as my current CPA and accountant.

When I encounter this type of client, I do everything I can to convert them into one of the previous clients.First thing I have them do is run all their income and expenses through a separate account instead of their personal account. 

I recommend talking with an experienced broker who can help you shop multiple lenders  

You can find something in Durham and parts of Raleigh, specifically zips 27610, 27603, and parts of 27604 that would meet your criteria, however generally speaking most of the inventory that would fit what you are looking for in Raleigh or Durham would likely be in neighborhoods that I personally wouldn't want to invest in, C- to D type neighborhoods.

Quote from @Zach Howard: I think it's probably better to hold real estate in an LLC than in my personal name.