I would encourage you to ask your CPA what’s included in the scope of services.If you have a California LLC, there’s an $800 per year filing fee, at a minimum, so that’s likely why your accountant is saying not to have an LLC. 

Thank you, @Jonathan Greene for the encouragement and intro to @Leka Devatha.

I would encourage getting a job or something to be your primary income.

They sponsor biweekly webinars, where they encourage Q&A on many topics in the Fix & Flip landscape.The draw process seems standard (what you would expect) and makes sense.

YES, a job is essential and the sooner I land something, the sooner I'll get on my REI journey. thanks for the encouragement & advice. 

His responses do not encourage providing any advice.good luck

Just ignore them.No one can deny how pointless it is to be on a wholesaling forum—designed to teach, educate, encourage, and support you—only to respond to a genuine cry for help with negativity or by telling someone to give up.

I would also encourage you to get involved in networking groups in the Chicagoland area as well as listen to the straight up Chicago investor podcast.

Quote from @Michael Smythe: @Steve K.Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Thank you all for the encouragement and priceless feedback.