I do NOT have enough knowledge or experience in this arena to provide specific “how to” accomplish this, or even to provide specific”proof” of my position.  

Some rents in what some define as an A may hold strong values but rents compared to purchase price may not be comparable to a B.

You may want to make an introduction between your CPA to those 2 colleagues.The CPA can go over their services and pricing to your colleagues.I partner with many people on real estate deals - It never gets to a discussion on whether they do their own tax return or hire a professional.If a partner mentions he will provide capital - does he provide the capital on a timely manner.If a partner mentions he will find deals - does he find many deals and provide an analysisIf a partner mentions he will manage a property - does he manage the property well(find tenants, collect rent, communicate with contractors, etc)

Denton County offers opportunities in suburban and college town markets, while Grayson County provides affordable entry points with cash-flow potential.

Quote from @Owen Wang: I am 17 years old and will graduate high school next year.

For cash flow, I'd recommend checking out the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point) or Fayetteville in NC and Sumter and Florence in SC. 

It would cost me $13,835 to get down to 6%, which would give the best value over the course of the loan.

Community that will not lose value, but possibly gain. 

Wise lenders have borrowers sign legal agreements and have them provide collateral that is worth more than the amount of the loan in case the borrower doesn't make the promised payments on the loan.

With the property needing lots of work, I provided a solution to the owner.