@Jorge Vazquez we stopped doing signs over 10 years ago.We had a separate phone number on our signs, so were able to track traffic & applications from them.We were getting more & BETTER leads from our online ads then the signs - so an easy choice to stop using them (also time & money savings).

In the  future - never  pay an application or engagement fee   when trying to  get a home loan or a  reseideential loan  

Currently accepting applications for friends and family because teamwork makes our dreams work.Even then, that statement has narrowed the possible solutions. 

I have ~20 doors in OH that I self manage (there are some awesome softwares out there now for self management) and am looking to start investing in Buffalo too.

As someone who manages over 1,200 properties, I can tell you that proper screening is where professional property managers (PMs) really shine.Here’s why working with a professional PM is worth it:Screening Expertise:Fraud in tenant applications is more common than many realize.

Promo rates can be as low as .99 for 6 - 24 months with no closing costs and if you still have this HELOC in two years refi again doing the same thing as most banks don't charge back application / appraisal / closing costs or have early prepayment penalties after the two year period anyway.

Can anyone recommend software which would accept monthly payments (from me to seller) and create proper 1099 forms for tax purposes at year end? 

I'll add a few more things that can have a huge financial impact: required reserves, LTC (loan to cost), application or other upfront fees, and prepayment penalties.As a fellow flipper, I think it's important to have reserves, but they shouldn't be required as part of your funding.

However, after he saw the quantity of ADU applications come across his desk to plan check he went out and started his own consulting company.

Whether you need a CPA with just three rentals depends on the complexity of your situation and your comfort level with DIY tax prep.If things are pretty straightforward, you might be fine with tax software for now.