These programs often assert to guide you step-by-step through the process, provide assistance with funding, and connect you with contractors.

If you end up in Ohio and you end up in Cleveland you'll want to read The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods.

Once you are familiar with what a good investment looks like, then you can create a rule of thumb to help you analyze property faster and only dig deep on the ones that look promising.Here's a guide that describes what good cash flow looks like and how to analyze a property.https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rental-property-cash-flow...

If you need help analyzing any deals, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to guide you through it! 

With pictures and guides to anything that may be helpful for the tenant.If so, how was this received by the tenants? 

Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

I’m looking for a tax pro that will assist with understanding and maximizing deductions and business expenses, but also guide me through the cost segregation and accelerated depreciation process. 

Here is a guide to buying in Costa Rica - https://wise.com/us/blog/buy-p...One thing to note is you can't buy property in Maritime zones.

I envision this portfolio supporting me during my retirement years—though I still plan to work, just in a different capacity than I do today.I recently finished reading "How to Invest in Real Estate: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide" by Josh Dorkin and Brandon Turner, which has been incredibly helpful.

In my experience, allowing these professionals to guide you can be highly beneficial, as they are likely to recommend properties they would be comfortable managing.