There were several mistakes made on my tax returns that I pointed out, which required going back and forth with their tax preparers.

You also may need to start with more capital so you are prepared for unexpected situations.

Trying to save $$ so I can prepare emergency funds in case of any major repairs etc .

I spent months reading, browsing forums and meeting with other investors to prepare.

Quote from @Eddie Ray: Im currently looking for a RE tax professional/preparer in San Diego, CA.

Any tips on balancing renovation costs with tenant expectations when preparing a property for midterm stays?

It seems like everyone is preparing for a big boost.The current growth rate seems feverish but I've seen a lot of houses going up to prepare for the influx of population.If you have any questions, I'm available to answer them.

When analyzing properties, it's helpful to run a rental stress test to see if the deal can withstand unexpected challenges.

I've lost friends and family to substance abuse so it seemed like an opportunity to do some good and make money in the process.I negotiated a sweet deal, and was prepared to buy it myself, but a few of my clients expressed interest and I ended up helping two of them form a partnership.

Seems interesting run a split test see if it works out for you.