That said, I've gotten and given referrals for my rock-star contractors, I want them to stay in business, and to remember me when I call them for help, so just asking other landlords and rehabbers for referrals works pretty well, as does asking for help in finding sources for materials for the same reason - the niche suppliers like the molding store I buy from don't make much money off me, and they're about a third the cost of the depot, so I pass their numbers out at every opportunity to keep them alive.

I suggest working with a rock-star attorney and CPA to determine where the best cost-benefit is for you.

It is a great networking event, and next month's special guest is my friend and rock-star @John Casmon 

I am pretty lost in this whole space but I know I definitely want to star investing into real estate.

If the stars align, you can realize positive cash flow while taking a passive loss for tax purposes.

@Richard Balsam I just elaborated on something similar to what you are saying about the 2 attorneys you have contacted - I do not believe anything has changed - I just think that they or someone they know attempted a double close or even a single all in one close - where the potential buyer dealt specifically with the seller with the assignee (the person putting the two seller/buyer together) all in one room and the seller seen what went on - someone made out on them and they did not get the best deal for their property and they called foul.Ever watch pawn stars - they bring in an appraiser and they appraise the item in front of the seller - the appraiser gives a high price on the item and immediately the seller wants that price for the item they are selling.

Remember that investors get no tax breaks such as STAR or veterans exemptions. 

I almost did several deals on long island and THANK MY LUCKY STARS I NEVER DID. 

Ok, he did seem professional, and I found him on home advisor with about close to 5 out of stars out of 4 reviews.

They're total rock stars.