Quote from @V.G Jason: Organize taxes and eat better.  

Versus professionals drumming up business.  

It has to do with the professional way you've handled yourself, the good communication with our team and the fact that you are closing your first house with us.  

Monthly pre-tax income for household (minimum $5000)7.)

Draft precise agreements outlining loan terms, manage risk by diversifying investments, and build relationships with real estate professionals.

I’m looking for local forums, groups and or networking opportunities in Washington D.C where I can connect with other investors or wholesaler professionals.

If you have a regarded tax entity, e.g. partnership, S Corp, C Corp, you need complete financials -- P&L and balance sheet to adequately prepare the tax returns and answer tax related questions. 

Not sure where your research came from but what I was basing my perspective on, was from a professional working knowledge of being on the ground observing.

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

Have some real estate under my belt but looking into Short term rentals opposed to long term rentals.Wondering if there is a stand out book to read to gain understanding for Australian Short Term rental market/AIRBNB.Also if there is a specific group for Australians and short term rentals for Australian market/Australian tax system etc, do point me to that.Rod