What I don't have is a clear idea of how to offer value to sponsors, so I can tag-a-long and get my "experience."

Welcome to BiggerPockets and good luck investing Nicholas!

I have excellent long term tenants who would like to stay.

It’s also helpful to find an area with good property management options so you’re not tied down to the daily grind of managing bookings and guests.When you’re looking at potential properties, make sure to really crunch the numbers.

Good news! 

Most of the leads you generate via cold calls, social media, and other marketing efforts won't transact or even meet with you for some time.Baseball players take dozens of swings in batting practice to prep for just 2-3 good pitches they'll see come gametime.

I'm interested ideally in very long-dated contracts to take advantage of appreciation.

If this is the same person you've worked with for years and have a good working relationship I would first give them the benefit of the doubt and reach out to two other accountants to see if they will do a complimentary review of you previous tax returns.

Also have a good full service ADU contact.

Good old Uncle Sam.For most folks in the US, taxes are anywhere from 30-50% of their gross income every year.To protect yourself, you should do 2 key things.1.