In my opinion, an in person meetup > an online connection.You may want to consider making a connection here and meeting up for coffee or attending a real estate networking event.Best of luck!

Like I said, I'm not an accountant so you should probably talk to one.

Additionally, when underwriting deals, you need to account for the general idea that repairs and maintenance will be a larger percentage of your rent, the lower your rental is.  

I found an auction person, and I see listings online.

Yes, there's a lot of information online, but nothing replaces and EXPERIENCED honorable agent.A seller whose listing expired with a different agent/firm is now my client; the other agent was from a town 45 minutes away from the flip property....the listing expired. 

However, a good real estate accountant is worth what you pay them because they will save you time and money. 

Finally, always get the credentials to access the mortgage account online and change the email notifications to your address.

The forms are online, and it costs $100 per filing. 

@Caryn FischerI agree with Jaron, you should definitely have a consultation with your tax accountant and/or financial planner before you do anything. 

Feel free to reach out with any accounting questions.