As an invetsment-friendly agent (based out of Houston, TX), I’ve seen how the right professional will help you analyze cash flow, manage comforatble contractor bids, and even drive for dollars if you want a broader look at potential comps or deals in the neighborhood.

👋 Excited to be part of such a great network of investors!

These associations often provide networking opportunities, legal guidance, and best practices to enhance your rental business.

@Stephanie SelbyRecommend 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.

This is definitely a good place to start and to network with people in the market you are looking to invest in.  

@Eli JermanYes, you should hire a tax professional.

It looks like it is mainly for networking, although it's virtual so maybe networking won't be that great. 

With these additions I got comps putting the deal's ARV around 347.The punctual, timely, and professional contractors I met gave me quotes between 90-135k for my full project.

Things like this are why it's important to work with a professional who is well versed in real estate taxation because the "common/simple" strategies taught frequently like BRRR or house hacking actually get fairly complicated when it comes to handling it correctly. 

*Develop a Trusted Team: An experienced team of contractors, real estate professionals, etc., can help effectively navigate challenges.