Accountants are very expensive, and may be unnecessary according to your goals.  

I would choose the agent who suggested the higher price.

Knowledge is power:Thorough Inspections: Minimize surprises with detailed inspections and due diligence.Strong Screening: Careful tenant selection reduces vacancy and headaches.Diversification: Spread your investments across different locations and property types to mitigate risk.Financial Planning: Maintain a buffer and choose financing options that fit your long-term goals.

I currently work in the turnkey investment world helping investors create a real estate portfolio, if you are ever interested in trading different strategies and goals, I'd love to connect! 

In light of this, I have been exploring the possibility of pursuing creative finance options, specifically seller finance deals, as a potential means to achieve my goals.

My goal for this post is more about getting advice/insight from people who have already done it.

My goal is fix and flip but I need to raise capital for the initial investment. 

My goal is to start with a house hack on either a single-family property with an ADU, a duplex, or a quad.

I’m looking to access some of the equity in the home to buy out my ex-partner, and my goal is to either convert the house into a multifamily property or add a dwelling unit (ADU).I’d love to hear any advice from the community on the best way to approach this, particularly in terms of financing options, legal considerations, or any similar projects you've completed.

However, weighing your options and performing due diligence carefully based on your specific circumstances, the property's potential, and your long-term goals.