Nichol MacGregor was my agent.

Quote from @Ali Nichols: Following this thread for my own curiosity as well.

@Kevin Nichols it always comes back when the heat and humidity returns.

Quote from @Ali Nichols: Talk about starting early.

And I pray I'm able to help at least one person find their way.Thanks @Jorgen Nicholls @A.

As can be seen in the comments of:@Bob Daniels on Page 1 & 2Account Closed on Page 1@Russell Brazil on Page 1 & 2@Eamonn McElroy  (Accountant) on Page 2@Jonathan R McLaughlin on page 2@Natalie Kolodij (Accountant) on page@Jeff Cagle on page 2 & 3@Craig Jeppesen (CPA) on page 2 & 3@Ben Zimmerman on page 3@Mark Donald on page 3@Ryan Nichols on page 3@Joe Splitrock on page 3@Nathan Hall on page 3@Steve K. on page 3Unfortunately, none of these replies have cited authority for their view, that because I have charged, collected and deposited the rents that I have collected during my beneficial use other people's property, that those rents are now mine, or that I have a tax liability for them. 

@Melissa Nichols, When I left the Navy, I only knew that I wanted to pursue sales.

Quote from @Ali Nichols: Another consideration would be timing.

@Seth Nichols check out local real estate meet-ups like this one. https://cireia.club/

I agree with @Brian Nichols joined those two groups he recommended and see who other investors recommend and if contractors reach out to you ask for referrals.