I've been working with an accountant for a couple years but when we purchased our first investment property, it became clear that he's not the guy for the job.

Im just saying that in the future if/when you go to sell an owner occupant will likely prefer a central AC system so that will make your home more desirable and theoretically worth more.

However, I'm looking for recommendations for a tax professional/CPA in the Seattle, WA area preferably the Kent, WA area.

Thankfully buyer was patient and still closed, a couple months later than anticipated.  

If there is a fire and you haven't set up your insurance properly you could be in for a big surprise and not receive a payout.This is why you as the investor must do this the right way, you need to move the insurance to your preferred  Insurance provider who you have a relationship with and there are some other areas you need to make sure takes place.

How do I communicate rent increases since I need 30 days (but prefer giving more time)5.

I’m out of state, and would prefer a local agent especially for leasing.

I worked with a CPA out of state a couple of times and it just felt like I was filling in the blanks - no different than using Turbo Tax - no advice given. 

Early in 2024, Blackstone was also able to sell the Arizona Biltmore to a UK-based fund for over $1 million/key.These deals signify that, for motivated buyers, financing costs are not as important a consideration as the location or a strategic rationale to own a property in a preferred market.Borrowers of two high-profile portfolios decided to stop supporting their loans, so industry participants are assessing the likelihood of these properties trading.

I buy a couple properties a year a renovate them myself.